Deciphering the Supports for Student Success
Resources from ESL Conference at Cornerstone University (April 2024)
April 12, 2024
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LDA of Michigan has been an affiliate of LDA of America and provided support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. These services make LDA and LDA of MI the leading resources for information on learning disabilities.
News from the LDA Michigan:
Join us for Our Supporting Students with LD in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Webinar
The Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education will provide an overview and clarifications of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requirements for
January 22, 2023
LDA of Michigan asks our State Reps to Support Children with Dyslexia
LDA of Michigan and our state partners are working to make sure our Representatives understand what Senate Bills 380-383 will mean for Michigan’s children. Michigan
September 22, 2022
MDE Issues Guidance for FAPE for Adult Learners
From the Michigan Department of Education, August 14, 2022 The Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education (MDE OSE) is proud to announce the
August 17, 2022
News from the LDA National Organization:
IEPs & 504 Plans Post-Executive Order: A Q&A with a Special Education Attorney
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
April 22, 2025
Now is the Time: Stepping Up for Students with Learning Disabilities
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
April 21, 2025
LDA Webinar: Cognitive Control: ADHD and Dyslexia
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
April 16, 2025
How the Special Education Teacher Shortage Affects Students with LD, and What to Do About it
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
March 21, 2025
News from LDA’s Healthy Children Project:
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
April 14, 2025
Teaching Lead Poisoning Prevention with Elementary Students
Ecology Center’s Free Lead Curriculum Unit This webinar is an introduction to original lessons and materials – all free – developed to raise awareness about
October 18, 2024
Accidental PFAS Firefighting Foam in Maine
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
August 30, 2024
General Resources
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
October 25, 2023