You’ve heard of dyslexia, but have you heard of dyscalculia? As educators, we’re well versed in teaching literacy, yet struggle when a student claims, "I'm just not good at math." Instead of perpetuating dyslexia's 40-year literacy struggle, let's proactively bridge the math gap, learning from past experiences to uplift both educators and students. Dyscalculia should […]

Parent Child Journey Programs (Ten consecutive Thursday nights) In-person at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church DATES: Feb 1–April 4 Ten consecutive Thursday nights TIME: 7:30-8:30 PM COST: $200 (one fee for all ten sessions and video course material) More Information WITH: Dan Shapiro, MD 4201 Albemarle St, NW CLASS SIZE: maximum 25 participants REGISTER

Life from a Different Perspective: Toward a More Inclusive Society I am pleased to invite you to join a Zoom class I am teaching with Politics and Prose - featuring authors with disabilities. Four Mondays: February 5, 19 March 4, 18 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m We expect to have all the authors participating in […]

FEBRUARY 6, 2024—7:00 P.M. Central SPONSORED BY THE JANET LERNER MEMORIAL SPEAKER SERIES. KRIS FULKERSON, MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR,  ON CHILDHOOD DEPRESSION/SUICIDE. Bev Johns is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Bev Johns' Zoom Meeting for Kris Fulkerson on Suicide/depression Time: Feb 6, 2024 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting […]

Sometimes, the more subtle the disability, the greater the misunderstanding. There are many types of developmental variation that can be relatively hidden but still cause significant impairment and distress. Many children have substantial problems with mood, anxiety, attention, executive function, learning, or social skills but these challenges may be undiagnosed, masked, or overshadowed by other […]

Time is running out to take advantage of our regular rate for LDACON61! Our regular rate will end on February 17th. Register before the 17th for a lower rate! LDACON61 is one of the most comprehensive conferences on learning disabilities. Don't miss your chance to hear from 130+ experts all in one place! Learn more […]

MARCH 6, 2024—7 P.M. CENTRAL. JANET LERNER MEMORIAL SPEAKER SERIES OF LDA OF ILLINOIS WITH DR. MEG CARROLL ON: “TWICE EXCEPTIONAL.” Bev Johns is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Bev Johns' Zoom Meeting FOR LDA FOR DR. MARGARET CARROLL Time: Mar 6, 2024 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom […]