The above question is one in which many school districts would say no! To me this is disturbing on many levels.  Talking  is the pathway to effective communication and interactions.   Stuttering can affect one’s the ability to raise their hand in class, attend remedial classes, ask for extra help, give oral presentations, ask to go the nurse, and interact with peers.  Stuttering often involves changing word.  How can it not be related and how can we not provide services to children whose only communication disorder is stuttering?  Yes, this is what I hear from many personnel (luckily not all).  I  am often told the child is bright so education is not impacted. I can tell you as a young student who stuttered I changed words often. When it came time for the SATs my vocabulary was reduced.  After years of  being afraid to use these words and ask for help, my language skills suffered. It was only years later when I made an effort to read more and attack feared words that my communication became more effective.  What do you think? Can stuttering affect educational performance? Would love to hear your thoughts. thanks for reading. Lori