December Updates from IDA-GA

Thank you to all who participated in the 2020 Virtual Dyslexia Dash in support of IDA's mission to create a future for all individuals who struggle with dyslexia and other related reading differences so that they may have richer, more robust lives and access to the tools and resources they need. GA.DyslexiaIDA.org

The Gift of Membership

An IDA individual membership is the perfect holiday gift to connect a friend, family member, or colleague with the latest information on dyslexia and reading instruction. It’s a gift that keeps on giving: membership includes one year of access to publications full of research and best practices, discounts on merchandise and events, newsletters, affiliation with one of IDA’s 44 branches, and more.

With memberships starting at just $50, this makes a great holiday gift for parents and grandparents of individuals with dyslexia, or for your child’s teacher or tutor! CLICK HERE to learn how to give the gift of membership.

IDA's New Digital Library

Have a question about dyslexia and the science of reading? Find articles and webinars in IDA's NEW digital library!

IDA's digital Dyslexia Library is an educational resource system for reliable research and information to educate families and professionals about dyslexia.

Visit the Help Center at https://dyslexialibrary.org/help-center/ to learn how to gain free access. (Tip: When choosing your topics of interest, hold down the CONTROL KEY so that you can easily select more than one topic.)

We also invite you also to visit the new page on the IDA Georgia website entitled Topics of Interest Library - The Science of Dyslexia and Literacy. Here you will learn more from IDA and other trusted sources. This page is a working document. Look for frequent updates!

The 2021 Dyslexia Knowledge Series: Wednesday Webinars

IDA-GA is proud to present a 2021 safe alternative to the traditional full-day, in-person annual Dimensions of Dyslexia Conference. We have reimagined the conference as The 2021 Dyslexia Knowledge Series: Wednesday Webinars. The goal of this 4-webinar series is to inform and enlighten teachers, administrators, other education professionals, parents, and policymakers about dyslexia and the science of reading.

Our speakers are highly regarded academics from research and teaching institutions in the United States:

Dr. Devin Kearns, University of Connecticut, Center for Behavioral Education and Research, and Haskins Laboratories

Dr. Margie Gillis, LiteracyHow and Dr. Fumiko Hoeft, University of Connecticut, Brain Imaging Research Center, and Laboratory for Learning Engineering and Neural Systems

Dr. Nora Schlesinger, Kennesaw State University and Dr. Jennifer Lindstrom, University of Georgia

Dr. Nicole Patton Terry, Florida State University and Director of Florida Center for Reading Research

Be on the lookout for more details in January 2021.

Registration will open in February 2021.

2020 Virtual Dyslexia Dash

The first-ever Virtual Dyslexia Dash was an overwhelming success. 31 sponsors contributed to this year’s event, and we blew away all predictions with 1,500+ people registered! Runners from 23 states and Canada participated virtually this year. IDA branches from 11 other states co-hosted the event and raised over $3,400 in additional donations to support the work of IDA nationally and in their local communities.

All-in-all the 2020 Dash was a huge success that wouldn’t have been possible without an awesome group of volunteers and the enthusiasm and support from the communities.

It’s hard to believe that we are already planning for the 2021 Dash. We have confirmed our 2021 date with Orion Racing and Perimeter Mall in Atlanta, GA. Save the date for October 16, 2021.

Teacher Training Scholarships and Grants

Remember funds raised from the Dyslexia Dash 5K enable IDA-GA to provide scholarships and grants for teacher training and dyslexia awareness initiatives.

Visit ga.DyslexiaIDA.org for details about how to apply.

Next deadline: January 1, 2021

Deal Center Announces Dyslexia Endorsement

IDA-GA received this exciting announcement from the Sandra Dunagan Deal Center for Early Language and Literacy at GEORGIA COLLEGE:

The John Lounsbury College of Education at Georgia College is pleased to announce that a fully approved DYSLEXIA endorsement will be available starting in January. The full endorsement is three courses of 4 graduate hours each and will be offered completely online. Each course has a field-based component that can be conducted in your own classroom, at summer school, or in an approved alternative setting.

This program is open to any teacher, academic coach, or principal who wishes to learn more about dyslexia and other reading/literacy difficulties. The focus is on Pre-K through grade 5.

CLICK HERE for more information.

Year-End Giving

Thank you to all those in our community who have supported IDA-GA during 2020. For those of you reflecting on year-end charitable giving, please consider the following ways to give:

Amazon’s Smile Charitable Organization donates a percentage of your purchases to a charity you designate. IDA-GA is an approved charity under this program. IDA-GA is listed as Georgia Branch Of The International Dyslexia Society Inc. Designate us as your Smile charity and contribute to IDA-GA as you shop. For more information, CLICK HERE .

Did you know that the CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act allows you to deduct up to $300 in charitable giving in 2020, even if you don’t itemize? Check with your tax advisor. CLICK HERE to make an online donation to IDA-GA.

Purchase an Until Everyone Can Read baseball cap for $24.95 (shipping included). CLICK HERE .