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While there has been widespread reporting on the potential impact on Texas v. Becerra — a case dealing with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act — some of the coverage seems to provide more critical context than others.
Recently, Lauren Bell, Vice President of the Learning Disabilities Association of Georgia (LDA-GA), joined Melissa Carter on the Paulding County News Podcast to discuss the vital work LDA-GA does to support families and individuals with learning disabilities across Georgia.
Annual Membership Meeting. Tuesday, October 22, 7 pm Eastern via Zoom
All current members are encouraged to attend,
LDA of Georgia is reviving our annual resource fair. Join us on Saturday, September 21 at the Spruill Center for the Arts, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA. From 1:00 to 4:00 pm we will be providing fun and games for the entire family and an opportunity to interact with
This Q&A is based on the most current information available shared during an April 9, 2025 webinar with Heidi Goldsmith of Bradley Goldsmith Law, a member of LDA’s Professional Advisory Committee. What Does the Department of Education Do? The U.S. Department of Education plays a vital role in ensuring that
Today’s students face immense challenges, but for those with learning disabilities, the barriers are even greater. With the right resources, these students can thrive—but without them, too many fall behind. Teachers are doing their best, but they need tools, training, and support to make inclusive education a reality. According to
Join us on April 30, 2025, 3:30pm ET, for Cognitive Control: ADHD and Dyslexia. Given the brain’s vertical organization, motor functioning is foundational for both brain development and cognitive control. Even mild delays in motor development and procedural learning can be risk factors for neurodevelopmental disorders. This webinar will explore
Allison Gilmour, American Institutes for Research Loretta Mason-Williams, Binghamton University Elizabeth Bettini, Boston University The research reported here was supported by the Institute of Education Sciences, U.S. Department of Education, through Grant R324C240002 to the American Institutes for Research. The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals are used to make materials grease and water-resistant. These chemicals are also harmful to our health and are nicknamed “forever chemicals” because they do not break down. PFAS chemicals are linked to many health effects including cancer, immune suppression, and may also make vaccines
Ecology Center’s Free Lead Curriculum Unit This webinar is an introduction to original lessons and materials – all free – developed to raise awareness about lead exposures and help everyone, including kids, take action to protect families against lead poisoning. Materials include original storybooks, art activities, age-appropriate investigations and problem-solving
In the next town over from our LDA Healthy Children Project Director, Tracy Gregoire, there was an accidental discharge of 1600 gallons of PFAS firefighting foam at the former naval air station. A malfunction of the system discharged 1600 gallons of PFAS firefighting foam throughout the hanger and into the
LDA’s Healthy Children Project works to protect children from chemicals that can harm their brain health. In addition to our policy and market pressure work, we provide resources to families. Some of our resources include: Download our easy-to-reference one-pager below on how to protect your family from harmful chemicals. Our sun
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