Webinar: Speaking Up, Standing Strong: Advocacy and Leadership for Families, Educators, and Allies
𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞!! Monday December 8th at 6:00 PM EST. Register with the link below to watch live or to receive the replay.
October 25, 2025
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News from LDA Georgia:
September Webinar Recording
Dyslexia is often misunderstood, leaving parents unsure of what it really means for their child. In this free webinar, Dr. Brennan Chandler — professor, researcher, and dyslexia specialist — will explain what dyslexia is (and isn’t), outline common learning profiles, and share what research says helps children, adolescents, and adults
September 29, 2025
Parent EXPO
Join us for a fun and supportive afternoon designed for families, educators, and professionals in the learning disabilities community!
August 30, 2025
Webinar: Demystifying Dyslexia: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding and Support
Dyslexia is often misunderstood, leaving parents unsure of what it really means for their child. Join our September Webinar to learn more.
August 29, 2025
News from the LDA National Organization:
LDA Recognizes 2026 Educator of the Year
Phip Ross The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) will honor Dr. Phip Ross with the 2026 Sam Kirk Educator of the Year Award at LDA’s 63rd Annual International Conference in St. Louis. The award, named in honor of Dr. Samuel Kirk, a pioneer in the field of learning disabilities,
January 6, 2026
LDA Recognizes Learning Disability Expert with Highest Honor
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) will honor Dr. Nancy Mather with The LDA Award at LDA’s 63rd Annual International Conference in St. Louis, MO. This award is the highest honor given by LDA, and is presented in recognition and appreciation of outstanding leadership, support and dedication in the
January 6, 2026
LDA Announces Leadership Transition
Learning Disabilities Association of America Announces Leadership Transition – CEO Cindy Cipoletti to Step Down by End of February 2026 PITTSBURGH, Pa. — October 30, 2025 — After six years of leadership, Cindy Cipoletti, Chief Executive Officer of the Learning Disabilities Association of America, announced that she will step down
November 3, 2025
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) Statement on the Termination of Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) Staff
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) has been monitoring the government shut-down and the recent reports that nearly all staff at the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) have been notified of termination. This is deeply troubling for the millions of children with learning disabilities who depend on the
October 13, 2025
News from LDA’s Healthy Children Project:
Take Action on Lead Poisoning: A Conversation with Impacted Parents and Lawmakers
This webinar is for parents, educators, community health workers, policy makers and anyone else who wants to protect children’s brain health and learning potential. Hear from parents and lawmakers on how lead has impacted them in their state, current legislation, and how you can take action. Co-hosted by the Ecology
November 12, 2025
Scientists Unite on How to Protect Children from Toxic Contributors to Autism
We have the opportunity to reduce cases of autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental conditions by banning the use of chemicals that can harm children’s brains, reducing air pollution, and keeping plastics away from food and drink. The following is a guest blog from Project TENDR.
September 23, 2025
How to lower the arsenic in your family’s rice
A daily staple for many families, rice has hidden health risks. The Learning Disabilities Association participated in another food testing project with Healthy Babies Bright Futures and other partners. LDA helped submit rice samples from Arkansas, Maine, and South Carolina. In total, 145 samples of rice were tested and 100%
May 22, 2025
PFAS Chemicals
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
April 14, 2025