The theme of the conference is Dyslexia and Comorbidities: What the EF? Featuring a stellar lineup including Dr. Ben Powers, Dr. Cheryl Chase, Dr. Nora Schlesinger, Nanci Shepardson, Dee Rosenberg, and a student panel you won’t want to miss! This conference is for educators, parents, advocates, therapists, psychologists, and anyone who supports an individual with dyslexia.
Like to have family fun? Like to run? Believe that all students deserve a quality education? Then the International Dyslexia Association Kansas-Missouri Branch’s Dyslexia Dash is for you! As many as 1 out of every 5 people in the United States have some degree of a learning disability. The most common is dyslexia representing 80% of all learning disabilities. This Dyslexia Dash is an event to benefit the KS/MO IDA. This non-profit organization is dedicated to helping teachers, individuals with dyslexia, their families, and the communities that support them. All race proceeds will go towards the spreading of dyslexia awareness along with funding for teacher training and student reading scholarships.
Community Chat: What to Ask Your Child’s Teacher About Your Child’s Reading Difficulties with Thia Lutich.
Supporting kids’ social-emotional development and skills, with ideas and resources regarding anxious/depressive phases
The Impact of Stress on Learning, Emotions and Behavior in Kids with Dyslexia, ADHD and other special needs. What do we know; What to DO?
To create a future for all individuals who struggle with dyslexia and other related reading differences so that they may have richer, more robust lives and access to the tools and resources they need.