Orlando 2020 Registration Open!
With the proper supports, the 1 in 5 can thrive. Come to #LDACon in February to learn from professionals across the country who will be presenting the latest research and best practices for individuals with learning and attention issues.
The Learning Disabilities Association of America believes that every person with learning disabilities can succeed in school, at work, in relationships, and within the community when provided the right supports and the right opportunities.
Committed to the study of learning disabilities through all stages of life, this journal provides the most current information on research, practice, theory, issues, and trends to broaden understanding and improve quality of life.
Learning Disabilities Association of America created the Healthy Children Project to raise awareness, promote policies and practices, and to build a nationwide network of LDA members to protect children’s health and reduce toxic exposures.
January Webinar: Why Will No One Play With Me? Helping Children of All Ages Make Friends and Thrive.
Presented by: Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., ACCG, PCC “Why Will No One Play with Me?” – a question parents fear having to answer, yet one that has become more prevalent with each generation. Whether you are the parent of a child with learning differences, social integration issues, one that is a victim of bullying or even the parent of a child navigating the seemingly simple process of growing up, there has never been a greater need for a go-to resource that provides parents with the tools to help their children navigate the challenges of social interactions. In this webinar, Caroline introduces audiences… Read More »
In Memorium: Sharon Bloechle
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Sharon Bloechle, a long-time advocate and leader in LDA of America. Sharon grew up in Regina, Saskatchewan, moved to Nebraska, met and married her husband Bob, and together they became parents of three children. As a parent of a child with learning disabilities, she reached out to the Learning Disabilities Association for information. She joined LDA of Nebraska and soon became LDA State President. In the late 1980s as President of LDA of Nebraska, she attended the national conference and joined with other state presidents who made up the State Affiliates branch of national LDA. Read More…
Get to Know LDA’s New Executive Director, Cindy Cipoletti!
LDA did an extensive search for a new Executive Director and Cindy Cipoletti was chosen among a very experienced field of nonprofit professionals. Beth McGaw, President of LDA, sat down with Cindy to learn more about her and gain her insights on the future of LDA…..Read More…
Check out our Awesome Wednesday, February 19th Keynote with Ellen & John Wood! The 3 R’s of College Success: : Relationships, Resilience and Responsibility
If you are a parent, an educator, or a young adult with learning disabilities, this is a great session for you! Making the transition to college life can be a challenge for any student, but for students with disabilities, the transition can be even more daunting. We will talk with experts who offer a unique and helpful perspective about how to prepare for this change. They will share stories from more than two decades of experience serving as resident deans, professors and coaches at Landmark College.
Join us in Orlando for this informative keynote presentation and over 150 other breakout sessions throughout the conference. Learn more and register at ldaamerica.org/conference.
We’re running out of time! We can't believe our 57th Annual International Conference is less than a month away! Where does the time go? We're hoping to see old and new friends alike for what promises to be an amazing conference filled with informative sessions, great keynote speakers, a fabulous location (Florida in February anyone?) and much more.
Our standard registration fees expire on February 1, 2020 and the cost will increase. If you haven't registered, please make plans to join us! We hope to see you there! For more info and to register, go to ldaamerica.org/conference.
Register by February 1 to take advantage of the lower rates!Join us February 17-20 in Orlando for one of the premier learning disabilities conferences for parents, educators, adults with learning disabilities, and professionals. For more information and to register, go to ldaamerica.org/conference.
Some news from Florida. We’ll be in Orlando in February with information and networking related to dyslexia and other learning disabilities if you want to know more! #LDACON 2020
Gayle Harrell pushes public schools to better accommodate students with dyslexia
floridapolitics.com
The measure would set up a Dyslexia Task Force within the Department of Education.
