Keynote: Dean Bragonier, Founder and “Executive Dyslexic'' of NoticeAbility

            8:00-9:00 Workshop ID#345804

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Addressing the Social-Emotional Challenges of Learning and Attention Issues: Learned helplessness and a growth mindset Workshop ID#345805

Children with learning and attention challenges, because they face many obstacles, are vulnerable to developing a belief that their success or failure in school is controlled by external forces such as luck or chance, rather than by their own efforts. This can lead to the development of a condition known as learned helplessness, a powerful psychological situation in which the child displays a passive resignation to events and circumstances around him or her, and no longer puts forth effort. For example, repeated struggles with reading can lead the child to stop trying. Once learned helplessness has developed, traditional reading interventions can fail to produce gains, but for reasons not often appreciated. This talk will describe learned helplessness, connect it to children with learning challenges, introduce the notion of a growth mindset, and offer strategies to encourage a growth mindset and discourage learned helplessness. This session is designed for educators and parents.

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ADHD and Dyslexia: One, the other, or both? Workshop ID#345806

About 50-60% of people with ADHD also have an LD, the most common of which is dyslexia. Although these conditions share traits, they are unique and thorough assessment is critical. This program will describe both diagnoses, symptoms they share, ways they differ, and offer treatment considerations if both are present. This session is designed for educators and parents.

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Anxiety, Stress, and Depression at School; What to look for and how to help. Workshop ID#345809

This talk will explain what anxiety, stress, and depression are, discuss their neurocognitive and behavioral impacts, and discuss the many ways these conditions can manifest in school-aged children. For example, anxiety not only includes excessive worry, but also poor executive functioning. Finally, this talk will offer many, specific instructional strategies to address the educational impacts of these conditions.This session is designed for educators and parents.

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What Parents Need to Understand about Dyslexia and their Child’s Education?  Workshop ID#345815

Dyslexia can leave parents feeling overwhelmed and full of questions.  This session will help parents understand dyslexia and how to navigate the educational process and the needs of the child. Additional areas of discussion will include: accommodations, modifications, testing, dyslexia therapy, progress reports, and 504/ARD meetings. These questions and more will be addressed and designed with parents in mind. 

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Writing with Dyslexia and Related Disorders   9:10-10:00 Workshop ID#345818  10:10-11:00 Workshop ID#346228

Handwriting is an essential skill that all students must master. Many students with dyslexia and related disorders find writing difficult, so this session will provide helpful tips and tricks. Various forms of assistive technology will be explored for implementation at school and in the home. This session is designed for educators and parents.

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2024 Dyslexia Handbook Updates Workshop ID#345810

The State Board of Education (SBOE) revisions to the handbook were prompted by House Bill (HB) 3928, which made changes to law regarding dyslexia instruction and evaluation. The session will review the following: 

Identification and Assessment: Updated guidelines for screening and diagnosing dyslexia in students.

Intervention Strategies: Evidence-based instructional practices and programs that are effective for students with dyslexia.

Accommodations and Modifications: Recommended supports in the classroom to help students succeed, including assistive technology.

Parent and Community Resources: Information on how parents can support their children and connect with local resources.

Legal Framework: Updates on the legal responsibilities of schools under federal and state law regarding students with dyslexia.

This session is designed for educators and parents.

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Dyslexia 101 Workshop ID#345816

This session will go in depth on the characteristics of dyslexia. The session will also discuss the instructional components in dyslexia therapy. Participants will learn about classroom accommodations, social and emotional connections, and common misconceptions regarding dyslexia. This session is designed for educators and parents.

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How is Dyslexia Diagnosed?  Workshop ID#345811

People are often unaware of how students are diagnosed with dyslexia. This session will guide participants through the process of screening through identification and how the ARD committee makes decisions. This session is designed for educators and parents.

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