If you are a parent or teacher of a child with a learning disability – or have learning disabilities yourself – you are not alone.
The good news is that the Learning Disabilities Association of Iowa is here to help! Since 1968, LDA-IA has 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 the leading resource for information on learning disabilities.
Affiliate News
LDA-IA Scholarship Announcement
For more than twenty years, the Learning Disabilities Association of Iowa has awarded scholarships to Iowa seniors with learning disabilities who enroll in a post-secondary educational program. We are pleased …
Coronavirus: Latest Updates and Tips
The coronavirus pandemic impacts everyone. But it creates added challenges for some people. That includes kids and adults with learning differences or disabilities. Understood has created this COVID-19 resource to …
National News
LDA Raises Concerns over IDEA and Section 504 Waivers to Secretary Betsy DeVos
With schools moving to online instruction or closing for an extended period of time, there is a concern for students with disabilities, including learning disabilities like dyslexia, who receive services ...
April Webinar: Military Special Needs Education Crisis
Military families with special needs children have unique challenges they face every day. This webinar presented by four military spouses will focus on the experience military families have with special ...
Feature Articles
Questions Parents and Educators Can Ask to Start Conversations About Using Terms Like Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia
When parents and educators use the same terms to describe a child’s challenges, it’s easier for them to communicate and work together. Parents and educators may have different opinions about ...
LDA Comments on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
LDA has responded to the U.S. Department of Education’s proposed regulations on significant disproportionality. The Department proposed a complicated uniform mathematical calculation and expanded use of “early intervening” funds for ...
