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The Experience Dyslexia® Simulation is happening again!
You probably know someone who has Dyslexia. Here’s a chance to understand more.
Experience through hands-on activities some of the challenges and frustrations faced by people with language-based learning differences. Join us on our campus for this unique workshop compiled by the NCBIDA*.
This event is great for teachers, professionals, families and anyone over age 10!
We will also be hosting a brief tour of our school and be able to answer a few questions about what makes our school a unique place.
For additional information or questions, please contact the Hope Academy office.
Phone: 925-687-7555 or Email: hope4dyslexics@gmail.com
Doors open at 6:00 p.m., Simulation starts at 6:30 p.m.
Space is limited to 40.
Visit Hope Academy at http://www.hopeacademyconcord.org/
*© Northern California Branch of The International Dyslexia Association, 2010
In this presentation participants will have the opportunity to experience the impact dyslexia can have on academic and social skills during an abbreviated simulation. Following the simulation the presentation will cover the basics of dyslexia including appropriate and effective interventions and accommodations. A short question and answer session will follow the presentation.
Presenter Bios:
Kelli Sandman-Hurley, Ed.D. is an author and co-founder of the Dyslexia Training Institute. Dr. Kelli is a certified special education advocate assisting parents and children through the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and 504 Plan process. Dr. Kelli has studied Structured Word Inquiry, the Orton-Gillingham approach, Lindamood-Bell, RAVE-O and Read Naturally. Dr. Kelli is a Past-President of the San Diego Branch of the International Dyslexia Association. She is a dyslexia consultant working with schools to improve services offered to students with dyslexia and training teachers. She co-created and produced “Dyslexia for a Day: A Simulation of Dyslexia,” and she is a frequent speaker at conferences. She is the author of the well-received book, Dyslexia Advocate! How to Advocate for a Child with Dyslexia within the Public Education System and is currently writing a book about spelling.
Tracy Block-Zaretsky is the co-founder of the Dyslexia Training Institute. She has provided remediation for children and adults with dyslexia for the past 20 years and has developed and taught workplace and family literacy program. She is a certified Special Education advocate assisting parents and children through the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and 504Plan process. She is a past President of the San Diego Branch of the International Dyslexia Association.Tracy has studied Structured Word Inquiry, the Orton-Gillingham approach, Lindamood-Bell programs, Read Naturally and a variety of reading and writing assessments. She co-created and produced, “Dyslexia for a Day: A Simulation of Dyslexia,” and has provided professional development for educators and training for parents at numerous conferences, private on-site trainings and online courses and webinars. Tracy is also a parent of a child with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADD and Executive Function Disorder.
*In order to support this event, a suggested donation of $10 at the door is much appreciated*
A one day, hands-on, special education workshop designed to meet the needs of parents and professionals serving children and teens with disabilities. Perfect for educators, healthcare providers, advocates and attorneys. This program is not disability or state specific.
Attention, teachers, parents, and anyone who has an interest in understanding dyslexia. Please join us for a learning disabilities simulation workshop on Saturday, February 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Stellar Academy for Dyslexics. The cost is $15 per person in advance or $20 at the door. Please see our learning disabilities simulation workshop flyer for more information.
This conference is designed for teachers, practitioners and parents to help them learn to identify, understand, and provide evidence-based teaching for students who have dyslexia and dyscalculia.Participants will learn the latest genetic studies as a basis for understanding current practices for assessment and intervention. The focus of these discussions will be for school-age students.
Conference Agenda
7:30 – 8:45 a.m.
Registration
8:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Neurological Differences in Dyslexia and Literacy
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Laurie Cutting, Ph.D.
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
TDF’s Hans Christian Andersen Award Presentation & Break
2017 Recipient: To Be Announced
Issue Differences Among African-American Students
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Nicole Patton-Terry, Ph.D.
Dyslexia and English Language Learners: The Variations among Different Learners
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Penelope Collins, Ph.D.
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Foundation of Reading Acquisition and Dyslexia: Implications for Early Intervention
1:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Barbara Wilson, M.Ed.
Closing Remarks
2:45 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Joan Mele-McCarthy, D.A., CCC-SLP
Come learn about Learning Tools that help with Dyslexia, hosted by Microsoft and Decoding Dyslexia CA
Dates:
Sunday, April 22nd 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Tuesday, April 24th 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Location:
Microsoft Store Fashion Valley
7007 Friars Rd. #860
San Diego, CA 92108
Level 2 near the food court (619) 849-5872
Registration:
Email sdms@microsoft.com to reserve your spot!
What you will learn:
-How the built in capabilities in Office 365 and Windows can enable learners of all abilities to improve reading and writing skills.
-Which inclusivity designed Learning Tools add benefits for those with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, ADHD, as well as non-native speakers and emerging readers.
-How learning tools are built into:
- Word
- One Note
- Outlook
- Office Lens
- Edge Browser
Bring With You:
-We would like this to be a learning and sharing event for the community. Your student/ child is encouraged to bring their favorite technology and invited to share what assistive technology works for them!