7:30-8:30 pm Eastern Time: Let’s paint. Let’s chat. All ages welcome. Come to the virtual coast-to-coast ROCK PAINTING PARTY for an evening of friendship and rock painting in support of dyslexia awareness.   IDA Oregon has invited a special guest who will pop in to say hi and chat a bit. Meet Krista Weltner - […]

Experience Dyslexia™ is back by popular demand! Join parents and educators for a simulation that is designed to increase awareness of the difficulties and frustrations that people with dyslexia (a specific language learning disability) experience daily. Participants will leave the exercises with insight into working effectively with students with dyslexia and with greater empathy and […]

Join IDA-GA for a 2-night outreach event at Courage Schools in Sandy Springs, GA. REGISTER (free): https://IDAoutreachOct172023.eventbrite.com Night 1 - Focus on Structured Literacy (Effective Intervention) with Janet Street and Dr. Mary McPherson IDA-GA Board Member Janet Street, M.Ed., Fellow/OGA will recap the highlights of GaDOE Dyslexia Videos 1 & 2*  Attendees will then watch […]

Register (free) HERE: Supporting Broad Math Concepts at Home Are you ready to transform math learning at home? Join us for an enlightening IN-PERSON presentation, "Supporting Broad Math Concepts at Home," where you'll discover the incredible benefits of the Marilyn Zecher Multisensory Approach. Join us on October 18 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Swift School […]

REGISTER (Free Webinar): Why is Spelling Difficult for Kids? Many kids (and adults) find it challenging to understand the complexities of English spelling patterns. They can become easily frustrated when attempting to convey their ideas, and their writing may be limited to only using words they know how to spell. During her presentation, Jennifer Hasser, […]

What: 2023 Dyslexia Dash  #DyslexiaDash2023 5K virtual and chip-timed in-person (Go fast or slow!) 1 Mile Fun Run for children 10 years and under (Parents can run with their children.)  When: October 21, 2023 (in-person) or October 1-21 (virtual - upload your best time!) Where: Perimeter Mall, Atlanta, GA Who: Everyone from Everywhere Why: To […]

Register (no fee) via Eventbrite: OctoberOutreach102323.eventbrite.com Presenter: Jennifer Kopp Parks, M.Ed. Jennifer Parks, M.Ed., has 20 years of experience teaching elementary and middle school students with dyslexia and related reading difficulties. She holds a Master's Degree in Elementary Education and is a Wilson Dyslexia Therapist with Level 1 & Level 2 certification. As a Wilson […]

Register HERE: Dyslexia Simulation + Q&A Session Learning the relationship between written symbols (letters) and sounds (phonemes) does not come easily to everyone. This eye-opening dyslexia simulation will shed light on the difficulties a struggling reader faces. By experiencing the struggle, we can better understand and advocate for our children & students. The simulation and […]

Night 2 - Tues, Oct 24, 6:30-8:00 - Focus on the Dyslexia Laws and State Initiatives Register (free): https://IDAoutreachOctober242023.eventbrite.com IDA-GA Board Member Janet Street, M.Ed., Fellow/OGA will recap the highlights of Videos 1, 2 & 4* Attendees will then watch Video 3: Dyslexia & the IDEA (11:35) - FAQs re: dyslexia and the law, specifically […]

Register to reserve your seat (free): https://gwinnettpl.libnet.info/event/9079430. This IDA-GA event is a partnered event with Gwinnett Public Libraries - Five Forks and the Gwinnett Dyslexia Network. Hear how to support individuals with language-based learning disabilities. Kim Day, Ph.D., will discuss how to support individuals with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia. Will […]