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SUMMARY:DDIG – “My Journey of Dyslexia”
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\n\nJoin Joe Torres Roman as he celebrates the resilience and creativity of dyslexic individuals while advocating for greater awareness and support within society. By fostering empathy and understanding\, this presentation will seek to create a more inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals\, regardless of their learning differences\, can thrive.\n\n \nSeeking CEUs?\n1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket.\n \nRegister for the March 11 DDIG Meeting\n \n\nABOUT THE DALLAS DYSLEXIA INFORMATION GROUP\nThe Dallas Dyslexia Information Group is an outreach and educational entity of the Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association.
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-my-journey-of-dyslexia/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20240110T075120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T115126Z
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SUMMARY:DDIG – “Social Emotional Wellbeing of Students with Dyslexia”
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with doctoral student Rachelle Johnson to learn more about how a dyslexia diagnosis can affect a student’s social and emotional wellbeing\, how to best support our students holistically\, and to hear Rachelle’s inspiring personal story as an adult with dyslexia.\n\n\n \nRegister for DDIG\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. Seeking CEUs? 1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket.
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-social-emotional-wellbeing-of-students-with-dyslexia/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20240103T065206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T073619Z
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SUMMARY:DDIG – “Dyslexia Laws: An Overview of Current Status and Research”
DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Zagata\, MA\, will provide an overview of current dyslexia laws at the state and federal levels\, as well as a summary of research on state-level dyslexia laws. Potential connections between dyslexia laws and dispute resolution will also be discussed.\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: This meeting will not be recorded and\, therefore\, will not be available for viewing at a later time. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nSeeking CEUs? 1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the January 8th DDIG
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-dyslexia-laws-an-overview-of-current-status-and-research/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20230915T215306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T023807Z
UID:67124-1699902000-1699907400@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Unlocking Creativity: A Dyslexia Picture Book Journey”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “Unlocking Creativity: A Dyslexia Picture Book Journey”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, November 13\, 2023\n7:00 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an inside look at Krista Weltner’s Everyday Adventures with Molly and Dyslexia picture book series. All ages are welcome as Krista\, an adult with dyslexia\, shares the journey of crafting her beloved books and offers a creative writing workshop. Celebrate the magic of storytelling with us and be inspired!\n \n\n\n\n\n\nStudents are encouraged to attend and participate. \nThis meeting is free and open to the public.\nThere is an option to obtain a CEU for the event for a nominal fee.\n \nRegister for the Events
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-how-a-picture-book-gets-made/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20231004T235305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T002309Z
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SUMMARY:Dyslexia Awareness Parent Event
DESCRIPTION:Dallas ISD and IDA-Dallas Branch will be presenting a Dyslexia Awareness Month Parent Night Event. Connect with other parents and learn how to support your child’s growth as we discuss:\n\nWhat is Dyslexia\nHelping your child cope with stress and anxiety\nHB 3928\n\n  \nRSVP \n 
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/dyslexia-awareness-parent-event/
LOCATION:Dallas ISD\, 9400 North Central Expressway\, Room 300\, Dallas\, TX\, 75231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Co-Sponsor,Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231009T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20230915T215305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T000805Z
UID:67123-1696878000-1696883400@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Students Helping Students to Build Self-Advocacy Skills”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “Students Helping Students to Build Self-Advocacy Skills”\nMonday\, October 9\, 2023\n7:00 – 8:30 pm\n \nDecoding Dyslexia OK’s Student Advocates are a group of elementary\, middle school\, and high school students who actively work on becoming self-advocates. They will share their experiences and tips for becoming your own best advocate. Join the conversation!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStudents are encouraged to attend and participate. \nThis meeting is free and open to the public.\nThere is an option to obtain a CEU for the event for a nominal fee.\n \nRegister for the October 9 DDIG Meeting\n \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-students-helping-students-to-build-self-advocacy-skills/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20230516T102125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T112119Z
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SUMMARY:DDIG – “Dislexia: Conoce el Cerebro Bilingue” or “Dyslexia: Inside the Emergent Bilingual’s Brain”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “Dislexia: Conoce el Cerebro Bilingue” or “Dyslexia: Inside the Emergent Bilingual’s Brain”\n\n\nMonday\, August 14\, 2023\n7:00 – 8:30 pm CST\n\n\n\n\nDislexia y trastornos relacionados: para padres\, madres y encargados  \n(Dyslexia and related disorders for parents and guardians) \nNorma Gomez-Fuentes M.Ed. y Concepción Moncada Cummings M.Ed.\, CALP explicarán qué es la dislexia y cómo se manifiesta en el cerebro del estudiante bilingüe. Los participantes aprenderán y se sumergirán en las dificultades académicas de un estudiante bilingüe con disléxia. Esta presentación se llevará a cabo en español y en inglés. \n\n\nNorma Gomez-Fuentes M.Ed. and Concepción Moncada Cummings M.Ed.\, CALP will explain what dyslexia is and how it manifests in the emergent bilingual’s brain. Participants will learn\, experience and immerse themselves in the academic struggles of a bilingual dyslexic student. This presentation will be conducted in Spanish and in English.\n \n\nThe first half of the meeting will be in Spanish\, while the second half will be in English\n\n\n \n\nThis event is free and open to the public.\n1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket.\nTickets will go on sale July 24\, 2023\n \n\nRegister for the August 24th DDIG Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-dislexia-conoce-el-cerebro-bilingue-or-dyslexia-inside-the-emergent-bilinguals-brain/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20230110T060620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T080620Z
UID:61560-1681153200-1681158600@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Positively Supporting LD Students”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “Positively Supporting LD Students”\n\n\nMonday\, April 10\, 2022\n7:00 – 8:30 pm CST\n\n\n \nMary Kohnle examines the positive qualities of students with dyslexia and other learning differences. I will share ways to reach the student through positive affirmations\, relationship building\, selecting interventions\, and providing accommodations. Multiple resources will be included. Let’s lift up our students socially and emotionally!\nEventbrite link to come \nTicket sales starts 3/27/2023 \nCEU ticket fee $10\nGeneral Admission – free
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-positively-supporting-ld-students/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20230105T053731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T073705Z
UID:61394-1678734000-1678739400@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Book Discussion: Undiagnosed: The Ugly Side of Dyslexia”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “Book Discussion: Undiagnosed: The Ugly Side of Dyslexia”\n\n\nMonday\, March 13\, 2022\n7:00 – 8:30 pm CST\n\n\n\n\n\n \nDo you think you are undiagnosed? Did you make negative choices because of an undiagnosed learning difference? How have you overcome the struggles of living with dyslexia? Join the Dallas IDA and community members as we discuss our thoughts\, likes\, dislikes\, ideas\, and solutions about Ameer Baraka’s “Undiagnosed: The Ugly Side of Dyslexia”.\n\n\n\nStudents are encouraged to attend. \nYou can purchase your copy of the book on Amazon. \nRegister for March 13 DDIG \n \nCEU ticket fee $10\n\nGeneral Admission – free
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-book-discussion-undiagnosed-the-ugly-side-of-dyslexia/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20230210T063632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T063651Z
UID:62514-1676314800-1676320200@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “How Does the Brain Learn to Read and Why Do Some Children Struggle”
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Jason Yeatman is an Assistant Professor in the Graduate School of Education and Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Stanford University. In this talk he will first lay out the neurobiological underpinnings of literacy and ask the question: “Why do some children struggle learning to read?” Then\, Dr. Yeatman will present data showing how intensive reading intervention programs can reshape development of the brain’s reading circuitry. Finally\, he will conclude by introducing a new\, open-access\, online assessment platform – The Rapid Online Assessment of Reading (ROAR; https://roar.stanford.edu/ ) – that Stanford is developing to lower the barriers to assessment.\n\n\n\nRegister to attend the February 13 DDIG \nCEU ticket fee $10\nGeneral Admission – free
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-how-does-the-brain-learn-to-read-and-why-do-some-children-struggle-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20230105T053731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T063650Z
UID:61393-1676314800-1676320200@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “How Does the Brain Learn to Read and Why Do Some Children Struggle”
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Jason Yeatman is an Assistant Professor in the Graduate School of Education and Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Stanford University. In this talk he will first lay out the neurobiological underpinnings of literacy and ask the question: “Why do some children struggle learning to read?” Then\, Dr. Yeatman will present data showing how intensive reading intervention programs can reshape development of the brain’s reading circuitry. Finally\, he will conclude by introducing a new\, open-access\, online assessment platform – The Rapid Online Assessment of Reading (ROAR; https://roar.stanford.edu/ ) – that Stanford is developing to lower the barriers to assessment.\n\n\n\nEventbrite link to come \nTicket sales starts 1/23/23 \nCEU ticket fee $10\nGeneral Admission – free
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-how-does-the-brain-learn-to-read-and-why-do-some-children-struggle-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20230105T053731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T063618Z
UID:61392-1676275200-1676307600@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “How Does the Brain Learn to Read and Why Do Some Children Struggle”
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Jason Yeatman is an Assistant Professor in the Graduate School of Education and Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Stanford University. In this talk he will first lay out the neurobiological underpinnings of literacy and ask the question: “Why do some children struggle learning to read?” Then\, Dr. Yeatman will present data showing how intensive reading intervention programs can reshape development of the brain’s reading circuitry. Finally\, he will conclude by introducing a new\, open-access\, online assessment platform – The Rapid Online Assessment of Reading (ROAR; https://roar.stanford.edu/ ) – that Stanford is developing to lower the barriers to assessment.\n\n\n\nEventbrite link to come \nTicket sales starts 1/23/23 \nCEU ticket fee $10\nGeneral Admission – free
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-how-does-the-brain-learn-to-read-and-why-do-some-children-struggle/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20221203T042119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T060623Z
UID:60401-1673290800-1673296200@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Undiagnosed: The Ugly Side of Dyslexia”
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dallas IDA’s Undiagnosed: The Ugly Side of Dyslexia Book Club virtual launch party with Ameer Baraka.  Ameer will share his struggles of living with dyslexia along with his accomplishments.  We encourage students\, adults\, and professionals alike to attend. We will save time for questions at the end. \n\n\nBooks can be purchased on Amazon. \nIn “Undiagnosed: The Ugly Side of Dyslexia”\, Emmy-nominated actor Ameer Baraka depicts how coming of age in the murderous streets of 1980s New Orleans collided with an unrecognized learning difference. Incarcerated for manslaughter at the age of fourteen\, Ameer must reconcile his past with the will to persevere through the misconception that he’s unable to learn. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket. \n \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/undiagnosed-the-ugly-side-of-dyselxia-tickets-47Register for the January 9th DDIG7493896097\n\n\n\n \n\nCEU ticket fee $10\nGeneral Admission – free
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-undiagnosed-the-ugly-side-of-dyslexia/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20221022T015119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T030710Z
UID:59162-1668452400-1668457800@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG- “Perspectives from an Adult with Dyslexia: A Panel Discussion”
DESCRIPTION:Each November\, the Dallas Branch focuses on adults with dyslexia. Join us for a panel discussion about living as an adult with dyslexia. Stories\, strategies\, and resources will be shared by our panelists. \nIf you have a question you would like the panelists to answer\, please email it to mclack@idadallas.org. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket. \nRegister for the November 14th DDIG Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-perspectives-from-an-adult-with-dyslexia-a-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221010T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20220928T010621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T015121Z
UID:58422-1665428400-1665433800@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Experience Dyslexia Simulation”
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on experience of the difficulties and frustrations that people with dyslexia encounter daily. The Dallas IDA will guide you through two to three simulation experiences containing language-based tasks. A general discussion and a question and answer session will complete the experience. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n1.5 CEU are available for a $10 fee \nTogether Toward Tomorrow Art Contest is now open. Submission deadline is Nov. 30\, 2022 \n\n\n \nRegister for the October 10 DDIG Meeting\n\n \n 
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-experience-dyslexia-simulation/
LOCATION:HB Bell School Support Service Center\, 2909 North Buckner Boulevard\, Room 150\, Dallas\, TX\, 75228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20220825T000620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T010622Z
UID:57391-1663009200-1663014600@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “This is Your Brain . . . This is Your Brain With Reading”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “This is Your Brain . . . This is Your Brain With Reading”\n\n\n\n \n\nDr. Layne Pethick\, Ph.D.\, will guide us to understand the brain research in reading and dyslexia and why it is vital to develop\, better supports\,\ninterventions and outcomes for everyone. This session will provide a condensed overview of brain research in reading and dyslexia and offer\npractical ways to provide better interventions to all.\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. \n1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket. Registration will open on August 28\, 2022. \nRegister for the September 12 DDIG\n\n\n\n \n\nCEU ticket fee $10\nGeneral Admission – free
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-this-is-your-brain-this-is-your-brain-with-reading/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220808T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20220711T210622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T230712Z
UID:56042-1659985200-1659990600@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG: “Texas Workforce Solutions – Vocational Rehabilitation Services”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “Texas Workforce Solutions – Vocational Rehabilitation Services”\n\n\nMonday\, August 8\, 2022\n7:00 – 8:30 pm CST\n\n \nMarquita Greer\, MA\, LPC\, is the Community Outreach and Awareness Specialist for Texas Workforce Solutions-Vocational. She will discuss opportunities and services available for high school students and adults in Texas. Texas Workforce Solutions-Vocational Rehabilitation Services supports eligible individuals with disabilities to prepare for\, obtain\, maintain and advance in meaningful employment by providing a range of services based on an individual’s employment goals.\nThis event is free and open to the public. \n1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket. Registration will open on July 26\, 2022. \n\nRegister for the August 8 DDIG Meeting\n \n\nCEU ticket fee $10\nGeneral Admission – free
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-texas-workforce-solutions-vocational-rehabilitation-services/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220613T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20220531T190630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T190621Z
UID:54824-1655146800-1655152200@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Fostering Comprehension”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “Fostering Comprehension”\n\n\nMonday\, June 13\, 2022\n7:00 – 8:30 pm CST\n \nOur students are blending sounds and reading the text fluently\, but are they comprehending? Ruth Jewell\, BS CALT\, QI\, will provide practical advice about how you can help any child understand and love reading.\n \nRegister for the June 13 DDIG Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-fostering-comprehension/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20220208T142121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T183644Z
UID:51428-1652122800-1652128200@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “The 2e Student: Characteristics and Support of Students with Dyslexia Who are Twice Exceptional”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “The 2e Student: Characteristics and Support of Students with Dyslexia Who are Twice Exceptional”\nMonday\, May 9\, 2022\n7:00 – 8:30 pm Central   \n \nMarcy Eisinger\, MS\, MEd\, LDT\, CALT\, CDT\, the Assistant Director of Dyslexia for Garland ISD\, will discuss what twice-exceptionality is\, how we identify it\, and what we can do to support our students. Many students with dyslexia are twice-exceptional.\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. \n1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket.  \nRegister for the May 9th DDIG Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-2e-students/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220411T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20220113T125120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T170640Z
UID:50643-1649703600-1649709000@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Students with Dyslexia Panel Discussion”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “Students with Dyslexia Panel Discussion”\nMonday\, April 11\, 2022\n7:00 – 8:30 pm Central   \nJoin the Dallas IDA as we chat with local students with dyslexia. Our meeting moderator is Krista Weltner\, author\, illustrator & dyslexia advocate. Krista is also the 2017 Dallas IDA Art Contest winner for the Adult Category. Our student panel will feature Kennedy Coyle (10th Grade)\, Hayden Ephraim (12th Grade)\, and Breckyn Steele\, Miss Mount Pleasant. \nStudents are encouraged to attend and participate during the meeting. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n1.5 CEUs can be obtained by purchasing the CEU ticket. \nIf you would like to learn more about Krista Weltner please visit https://www.kristaweltner.com/ \n\nRegister for the April 11 DDIG Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-students-with-dyslexia-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20220113T125120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T145237Z
UID:50641-1644865200-1644870600@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “STAAR Accommodations”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “STAAR & Accommodations”\nMonday\, February 14\, 2022\n7:00 – 8:30 pm Central   \n \n\nLorna Salgado\, MEd\, and Amie Devenport\, Dyslexia Specialist provide STAAR-related updates and support for students with dyslexia. \n \nRegister for the February 14th DDIG Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-staar-accommodations/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20210810T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T080657Z
UID:45890-1636398000-1636403400@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – Adults with Dyslexia
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – Adults with Dyslexia\n\n\nLiving with dyslexia as an adult has unique challenges and gifts. Adults with dyslexia have been especially hit hard during the pandemic; many are seeking avenues to manage their dyslexia. \nPresentor: Marci Peterson\, MEd\, BCET\, C-SLDS \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nCEU certificates are available under the CEU Admission ticket. The certificates will be emailed to ticket holders by 11/13/21. \n\n\n \nRegister for the November 8 DDIG Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-adults-with-dyslexia/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20210713T180623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211011T063621Z
UID:45046-1633978800-1633984200@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Working with Students with ADHD:  A Neuro-Developmental Approach”
DESCRIPTION: \n\nIn this presentation\, Dr. Russell will present research from the last five years on ADHD\, the common co-morbidities of ADHD\, and how to best help students with ADHD. Particular focus will be given to helping students with complex ADHD.  \nThis event is free and open to the public.  \nCEU certificates are available under the CEU Admission ticket. The certificates will be emailed to ticket holders by 10/16/21. \n\nRegister for the October 11 DDIG Meeting \n \n\n\n 
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-october-is-dyslexia-awareness-month/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210913T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210913T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20210615T172234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T200624Z
UID:44206-1631559600-1631565000@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Supporting English Language Learners with Dyslexia”
DESCRIPTION:DDIG – “Supporting English Language Learners with Dyslexia”   \n\n \nPresenters: Becky Mantecon\, WDP; Cindy Parra\, WDP; Concepcion Cummings\, MEd\, WDP; Nellie Soto-Morales\, WDP; Natalia Lopez\, WDP will present strategies for supporting English Language Learners (ELLs) with dyslexia. This informative session will discuss interventions and provide resources to help students improve their literacy skills.\n \n\n\nRegister for the September Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-supporting-english-language-learners-with-dyslexia/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210614T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20210330T140630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210614T172127Z
UID:41775-1623697200-1623702600@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Part 2 – Deconstructing Overcoming Dyslexia\, the Brain\, and Dyslexia”
DESCRIPTION:Part 2 of a 2 part series \nRegister for the June 14 DDIG Meeting \n  \n1.5 CEUs are available after each meeting for a fee of $5
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-part-2-deconstructing-overcoming-dyslexia-the-brain-and-dyslexia/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20210325T140622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T163625Z
UID:41621-1620673200-1620678600@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Part 1 – Deconstructing Overcoming Dyslexia\, the Brain\, and Dyslexia”
DESCRIPTION:Part 1 of a 2 part series \n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, May 10\, 2021 at 7 PM CDT – 8:30 PM CDT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Dallas IDA board for a discussion about the brain and dyslexia along with deconstructing the updated Overcoming Dyslexia\, by Sally Shaywitz. This a 2-part series. The second event will be held on June 14.\n\nThis event is free and open to the public.\n1.5 CEUs are available for a fee of $5. Payment can be made at https://dal.dyslexiaida.org/ddig-ceu-form/\n\n\nRegister for the May 10 DDIG
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-part-1-deconstructing-overcoming-dyslexia-the-brain-and-dyslexia/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20210209T122118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T130633Z
UID:40189-1615230000-1615235400@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Sip & Chat – Dyslexia Focused”
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n\n\nJoin the Dallas IDA virtual community meet up. This event will be a focused discussion about dyslexia. \nPotential Topics Discussed: \nHelpful AT & Online \nResources \nMake & Shares \nPlease email any questions or topics you would like to discuss to mclack.dallasida@gmail.com \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n1.5 CEUs will be available for a $5 fee. Payment can be made at https://dal.dyslexiaida.org/ddig-ceu-form/ \n\nRegister for the March 8 DDIG\n\n.pf-button.pf-button-excerpt { display: none; }
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-sip-chat-dyslexia-focused/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20201116T055129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T185132Z
UID:37237-1610391600-1610397000@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “SAFE! Issues Facing Today’s Youth & How You Can Help”
DESCRIPTION:“SAFE! Issues Facing Today’s Youth & How You Can Help” – with Camie Fields\, LMSW\, from the Grant Halliburton Foundation \nRegister for the January 11 DDIG \n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\n\nStraight talk about adolescent stress\, peer pressure\, mental health\, and other issues facing youth today. \nLearning Objectives: \nPromote mental wellness and strong coping skills \nRecognize signs of stress and depression \nPromote adolescent brain health \nKnow the warning signs of suicidal behavior \nLearn to recognize and respond to a young person in crisis \nConnect with tools and resources to keep youth SAFE \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n  \n1.5 CEUs are available for a $5 fee. Payment can be made here
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-safe-issues-facing-todays-youth-how-you-can-help/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200810T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200810T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20200805T152122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200810T152123Z
UID:33207-1597086000-1597091400@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Bouncing Back: Building Resilience in Children and Teens”
DESCRIPTION:A presentation\, by Vanita Halliburton\, that explores ways that adults can help children navigate stress\, challenges\, tragedy\, trauma\, or adversity. In this presentation\, you’ll learn:\n\n• The vital elements of resilience and how it impacts child development \n• Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg’s 7 Cs of Resiliency \n• Skills for teaching children and teens how to use challenges and setbacks as building blocks for resiliency \n• How adversity offers an opportunity to empower students to bounce back \nFree/$5 CEU available. \nThe Dallas IDA asks you to make your payment for the CEU to the IDA’s COVID-19 Relief Fund for families and teachers. \nwww.IDADollarDrive.com \n\nRegister for the August 10 DDIG Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-bouncing-back-building-resilience-in-children-and-teens/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200608T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T112243
CREATED:20200511T122123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200608T133622Z
UID:28624-1591642800-1591648200@dyslexiaida.org
SUMMARY:DDIG – “Digging Deeper with SEL”
DESCRIPTION:As educators we want to support all of our students so they are successful.  However\, sometimes they bring additional challenges with them when they enter our classrooms which makes it harder for us to navigate the path to success.  We will discuss strategies for identifying our students challenges and ways to successfully support them by incorporating some SEL tools.  \n\nPresenter: Beth Brown\, M.Ed.\, Jr. High School Counselor \nIn order to for the presented to better prepare for a meaningful presentation\, please take a few minutes to complete this survey. \nFree/$5 CEU available. \nIn lieu of payment for the CEU the Dallas IDA asks you to consider donating to the IDA’s COVID-19 Relief Fund for families and teachers. \nwww.IDADollarDrive.com \nLocation: Virtual \nYou will be emailed the secure meeting link 48-hr prior to the start of the meeting. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/digging-deeper-with-sel-tickets-106113125214 Register for the June 8 DDIG Meeting
URL:https://dyslexiaida.org/event/ddig-digging-deeper-with-sel/
CATEGORIES:Ddig
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association":MAILTO:admin.dal@dyslexiaida.org
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