LD 101 for Little Learners (Gr. 1-3)
(30 min)

Based on the Disney movies this workshop will provide students with an appreciation of their peers “who learn in a different way”, self-advocacy and positive messages about being unique.

LD 101 (Gr. 4-6)
(40 min)This presentation is designed to explain to newly identified students along with other students what a Learning Disability is, experience what it might be like and important tips on how to advocate for your learning.

Captain Underpants and the Legendary Life of an LD Learner
(Gr. 4-6) (45 mins)

This workshop educates children on what a Learning Disability is, what it’s like to have one and that we all learn differently.

Gr. 6 Victors of Transition
Transitioning to Grade 7
(45 min)

Based on the movie Hunger Games this workshop will provide the skills necessary to transition to grade 7. The presentation expands on self-advocacy, self-awareness and organization.

LD 101 – Intermediate (Gr. 7-8)
(45 min)

Explains to students what a Learning Disability is, what it may feel like and how we can appreciate that we all learn differently and that’s okay!

Utilizing pizza as a metaphor, this workshop has students identifying the different pieces of the education pie, between elementary and high school.

 Gr. 12 Step Up!
Self-Guided USB
(75 min)Step Up is our new program funded by the Parent Reaching Out grant that assists students in grade twelve with the transition from high school to post-secondary education. This workshop offers helpful tips for the high school level for choosing a post-secondary education path, essential steps to self-advocacy, the application process and knowing how the student learns. For students entering the post-secondary level, the workshop informs students about obtaining services through the accessibility department, time management and stress management skills to have a successful first year of post-secondary education.

Motivation and Success
(45 min)

Parents will be introduced to the primary and secondary needs that drive motivation and impact success.

ABC’s of Special Education 
(75 min)

Parents will gain knowledge in interpreting the language presented in an IEP and how that IEP relates to their child’s success.

Turning Challenges into Opportunities
(50 min)

Participants learn what a learning disability is what it isn’t and get to experience some of the challenges individuals with learning disabilities may encounter.

  Understanding Learning Disabilities

(50 min)

Participants will be introduced to challenges students with learning disabilities may experience in the classroom and taking a closer look at strategies for success.