Events sponsored by Decoding Dyslexia CA (DDCA) are indicated on the events calendar. Local events held by other organizations may also be listed that may be of interest to our members. DDCA does not endorse any specific program or company.
Students, educators, parents and the community are invited to Shasta College for several workshops on Assistive Technology for LEARNING with Jamie Martin.
AT & UDL for Students with Learning Differences
Jamie Martin will focus on Assistive Technologies (AT) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and help you discover effective uses of text-to-speech, dictation, word prediction, study skills and graphic organizers to increase a student’s academic success.
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Student Center Stage I 2-3:30pm or 6:30-8pm
Case Studies and AT Solutions for Students with Learning Differences
Jamie will explore multiple student case studies and demonstrate how AT can help students independently access educational materials. Specific tools will be discussed and demonstrated including software for Windows and Mac computers, Chrome extensions, iPad apps and built-in accessibility features of various operating systems.
Friday, February 24, 2017
Room 802 I 8:30am-12pm
Jamie Martin is an assistive technology consultant and trainer, specializing in finding assistive technology tools for students and adults with dyslexia. Jamie has been an educator for over 20 years, working with dyslexic students for the majority of that time, both as an Orton-Gillingham language tutor and an assistive technology instructor. He is on the team of experts for Understood.org and is on the advisory board for the children’s website, Dyslexiaville. You can follow him on Twitter at @ATDyslexia. You can find more information about assistive technology at his website: www.atdyslexia.com.
These events and parking are FREE.
Events are sponsored in part by the Shasta College Office of Access and Equity and Disabled Students Programs and Services.
Contact Lisa Riggs, Educational Counselor at 530-941-5399 or lriggs@shastacollege.edu for more details.
Shasta College, Main Campus, Redding Map Weblink http://www.shastacollege.edu/Resources/Pages/398.aspx
The Big Picture is a highly acclaimed educational documentary on dyslexia. The evening will offer the film, information and resources on dyslexia.
Making Math Real: The Clinically Prescriptive Methodology for Students with Math LD – A Workshop for Teachers
Cost: Non-Members: $80 | PEN Members/Member School Faculty: $40 (please contact us if you don’t know your school’s discount code)
A Professional Development Workshop for Educators and Learning Specialists
Co-sponsored with the Northern California Branch of the International Dyslexia Association (NCBIDA)
David Berg, ET, Founder & Director of the Making Math Real Institute
Research over the last 40 years has repeatedly indicated all students benefit most from direct and explicit instruction, especially those with math LD. Now, more than ever before, with the profusion of discovery methods in public and private school math classrooms, students with math-LD need and deserve direct and explicit simultaneous multisensory structured teaching to provide them with the math development they require now and into their futures. This 1-day seminar will provide the research basis from neurobiology and cognitive science and the foundational developmental structures, content, and methods that empower educators to be clinically prescriptive for all students with math LD.
David Berg is an author, educational therapist, international lecturer, consultant, and professional development provider for universities, conferences, public and private schools, learning disabilities organizations, and SELPAs. During his 40 years in education, he has taught all grades from kindergarten through postgraduate and has worked nationwide with thousands of educators of all levels and students of all ages. For more information visit http://www.makingmathreal.org
Lunch will be included.
“Understanding the Special Education Process: IEP Basics & Beyond”
DREDF Education Advocates provide an overview of the special education process, Section 504 and IDEA laws.
Where: Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF)
Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline St., Berkeley, CA 94703 (campus is at Ashby BART station)
The Bernard Osher Foundation Education Center, First Floor
Date: 2nd Monday of the month (except August and December)
Time: 6:00 to 8:30pm (Pizza and drinks included!)
Must RSVP: iephelp@dredf.org or 510-644-2555 ext. 5227
For College-track students with Learning Disabilities, 14 years and older, parents, educators and other professionals:
- Tips for Success
- Finding the “Right” College
- Assistive Technology Demonstrations
- Student Panel
- Information Booths
- Chance to Win a 2GB Echo Smartpen!
- Lunch and Materials Included
Click HERE for the flyer
Many thanks to the Yahoo Employee Foundation (YEF) for funding this conference!
Are you hitting roadblocks with your child’s school while trying to secure special education services?
School Dispute Resolution Workshop is Presented by: Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund & Deborah Jacobson, Attorney at Jacobson Education Law
Are you concerned about your struggling learner? Are you in disagreement with your school’s evaluations or services? There are important laws designed to protect the rights of children with disabilities and their parents. This workshop will focus on options available to parents when conflicts with their child’s IEP team or the district cannot be resolved in the regular IEP process.
WORKSHOP TOPICS WILL INCLUDE
- Securing Independent Educational Evaluations
- Informal Resolution Sessions/Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Mediation Only
- Due Process Hearings
- CA Department of Education Compliance Complaints
- Discrimination Complaints with the Office of Civil Rights (OCR)
*This is an adult only event. Seating is limited and registration is required*
Click HERE to download flyer
FAQs
Is there an age limit to enter the event?
Yes, we are asking that event be limited to adults only.
What are my parking options at the event?
Paid parking in parking garage and limited street parking on surrounding streets.
Can I use BART to get there?
Yes, use the Ashby BART station
What time do the doors open?
10:30 AM
Can I update my registration information?
Yes
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No
The Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF), founded in 1979, is a leading national civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities.
Americans with disabilities make up one of the United States’ largest minorities. More than 25% live in poverty and only about 20% have gone to college. Seventy–five percent are unemployed. Such economic and social disenfranchisement is not an inevitable consequence of the physical and mental limitations imposed by disability; it is the result of society’s historic response to those limitations: lack of accessibility in the built environment and policies that encourage or even require exclusion, segregation, and institutionalization. The result is a legacy of prejudice and paternalism that is deeply embedded in the social consciousness.
At Jacobson Education Law we are dedicated to compassionate and zealous legal representation to protect the educational rights of children with disabilities. We aim to help families get the services, placement, and specialized instruction their student is entitled to. At Jacobson Education Law we understand how life changing it can be when a child’s needs are met in the educational environment and our goal is to help families realize that change. Our reputation and history of successful representation speaks for itself. You can rely on our standing in the community, knowledge, experience and dedication to guide your family through the legal and educational challenges that you are facing. We are proud and passionate about the work we do. Contact Jacobson Education Law at 510.647.8125 to speak with a qualified legal professional today.
This Spring
School Psychologists:
As a school psychologist, you have a role to play in your school district’s LCFF and LCAP, especially if you can get MTSS and/or PBIS, CEUs, SEL, specific programs for CLD, ELLs and ASD included that will also fulfill ESSA and keep your SARB happy.
Students:
The Student Strand was developed especially for school psychology graduate students and interns. These 90-minute sessions cover topics from a point of view that may not be offered in the typical graduate program. Students may instead sign up for workshops, however they must pay the full regular member or non-member daily rate.
Spring Institute includes:
- Per day fees, which include lunch each day
- Student strand
- Welcome evening reception on Thursday, March 23.
- Luncheon keynote speaker and NASP President Melissa Reeves, Friday, March 24.
- A job fair, Friday, March 24.
- Continuing Education Units and Hours for BBS licensees and NCSPs by attending all three- and six-hour workshops.
- Differing points of view on today’s important topics
International Dyslexia Association – San Diego presents “Being You,” A Documentary by Roadtrip Nation
“This gentle documentary takes an insightful look at some of the real concerns of people who have learning disabilities as they begin their adult lives. It also highlights some of the fears people with LDs face when trying to function, as well as the shame they often feel because they don’t process information the same way others might.
“The stories told by the range of interviewers and interviewees are interesting, and it’s fun to see the variety of jobs and lifestyles that the trio of young people get to witness. This is a trademark of Roadtrip Nation’s previous offerings: showing kids that there are many options and ways to find success in life. Most of the conversations underscore the same points over and over again, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing; the messages sent about embracing who you are, and being comfortable with the specific things you need to do to reach your goals, are no less inspiring.”
A discussion will follow, facilitated by members of the local International Dyslexia Association.
This event is appropriate for young adults ages 12+.
To register for this FREE event click HERE
Workshop for Adults, Parents, Students and Educators
Workshop Presented by: Parents Helping Parents
“Join us for an informative and free workshop on how assistive technology can be used in the classroom and at home to help people with dyslexia, led by Jan Tuber, A.T. Specialist at Parents Helping Parents. The workshop will include demonstrations of low-cost and free assistive technology. Seating is limited and pre-registration through EventBrite is required. Doors open at 12:00 p.m.”
Register for workshop HERE
Download flyer HERE
Parents Helping Parent’s mission is to help children and adults with special needs receive the support and services they need to reach their full potential. They provide information and referral, resources, and training to build strong families and improve systems of care.
PHP is a nationally recognized parent-directed family resource center that has been serving the community for over 40 years and is highly regarded in the community, the state, and the nation. PHP’s staff is recognized for their expertise and talent in providing a range of services and supports to families of children with a wide variety of disabilities. They have a very active LD/ADHD support group, an extensive library filled with books on social skills, ADHD, dyslexia, and more, and they provide resources and training specific to LD concerns. PHP also loans out a variety of low-tech tool-kits for reading, writing and sensory needs at no cost to its members.
PHP’s iTECH Center is the largest Assistive Technology (AT) demonstration center in the San Francisco Bay Area. The AT specialists provide parents, professionals, adults, and children the opportunity to explore technology, gain “hands-on” experience with instructional devices, software, and apps, and discover tools that best suit their needs. One of the three AT specialists is the mother of a dyslexic child and has expertise specifically in dyslexia and other LD challenges.
PHP is excited to announce that they are the recipients of a Yahoo Employee Foundation grant to provide students with learning disabilities the necessary information and resources to maximize their chances for college success. A conference entitled, “Roadmap to College Success,” will be held at PHP on Saturday, March 18th for parents, professionals and students middle-school age and above who aspire to attend college. Contact PHP for more information!
Sponsored By: Project Second Chance & Decoding Dyslexia CA
Project Second Chance (PSC), the Contra Costa County Library Adult Literacy Program, offers free, confidential, one-on-one basic literacy instruction to people who read or write below the 6th grade level. Students are over 16 years of age, out of high school, and speak English well enough to communicate over the telephone and in person. While many PSC students are native English speakers, many others are non-native English speakers who can benefit from tutoring sessions that are conducted in English. Many of our adult students have a reading disability known as dyslexia. Since PSC was founded in 1984, it has helped more than 5,600 county residents develop skills to read to their children, vote, advance at work, acquire their high school diploma, and perhaps most significantly of all, feel better about themselves. If you know adults who need help with reading, writing, or spelling, please encourage them to call PSC or their local library.
“Understanding the Special Education Process: IEP Basics & Beyond”
DREDF Education Advocates provide an overview of the special education process, Section 504 and IDEA laws.
Where: Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF)
Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline St., Berkeley, CA 94703 (campus is at Ashby BART station)
The Bernard Osher Foundation Education Center, First Floor
Date: 2nd Monday of the month (except August and December)
Time: 6:00 to 8:30pm (Pizza and drinks included!)
Must RSVP: iephelp@dredf.org or 510-644-2555 ext. 5227