thanks Rochelle -- will do that -- it will take me a day to go through and figure it out...  Nancie 

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Hi,

Thanks for the information on the LDA Conference, Nancie.

Are there any subscribers that will be presenting sessions at the LDA Conference?  If so, please feel free to announce them on this List and include the date/time for those planning to attend.


Rochelle




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To all listserve members... As Program Chairperson for the International LDA conference I want to extend a personal invitation for each of you to come to Chicago.  Hope to see you there  Nancie Payne

Don't miss the nation's leading conference on learning disabilities!
The Learning Disabilities Association of America’s 45th Annual International Conference will be held from February 27-March 1, 2008 at the Hilton Chicago, 720 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago Illinois! 
 
You are invited to the nation’s premiere conference on learning disabilities featuring the latest research and findings with workshops on Adult Issues, Medical/Environmental, Advocacy, Mental Health, Assessment, Parenting/Family, Cultural Diversity, Professional Preparation, Early Childhood, Social Skills, Evidence-Based Practices, Technology, Instruction, Transition, Legal/Justice – over 300 sessions & exhibits
 
The Conference features the following Keynote and Guest Speakers: 
Anne Ford, Author, Advocate & Chairman Emeritus
National Center for Learning Disabilities, New York, NY
“On Their Own: Creating an Independent Future for Your Adult Child with Learning Disabilities or ADHD”
 
Reg Weaver, President, National Education Association, Washington, DC
Diversity & Culturally Responsive Teaching for Students with Learning Disabilities
 
Margo A. Mastropieri, Ph.D., University Professor
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
Maximizing Learning for Today’s Schools
 
Ben Gendell, Author 
LD Boy’s Journey
 
Peter Scheidt, M.D., Director
National Children’s Study, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD
The National Children’s Study is Underway
 
Dale Brown, Senior Manager
LD OnLine, Arlington, VA
Step to Independence: Soar to Success
 
Andrew Imparato, Executive Director
American Association of People with Disabilities, Washington, DC
The positive avenues for the future for adults who have disabilities
Who Should Attend the conference: Teachers of special education, general education, and adult education, Principals and Administrators, Counselors, Adults with learning disabilities and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, Parents of children with learning disabilities and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Social Workers, Researchers, Medical and Mental Health Professionals, Education Policy Advocates and College Student Support Personnel.
The conference will also feature 
Finding Your Future: Postsecondary Opportunities Saturday 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
 
The Best Postsecondary Plan is only as Good as the Information that Supports Its Development! Begin to create a strong competitive advantage in your future by learning about the options. Finding Your Future is about gaining real knowledge about postsecondary opportunities to make choices that promote a “goodness of fit” and lay a foundation for independence and self-sufficiency. Join experts in small discussion forums to learn about workforce opportunities of the 21st century, exploration and discovery processes, and strategies for long-term employability. The event includes a Postseco ndary Fair & Resources for continued opportunity planning.
 
Who should attend this Saturday, free event?  Anyone who has a learning disability or is supporting someone who has a learning disability and looking for practical ideas & real answers. Informal discussion forums addressing industry or career specific detail led by informed professionals will promote a chance to rotate to 3 different discussion forums, viewing a variety of options.  
Real Life   Real Times  Real Information
 
Professional Credits, Continuing Education and Graduate Credits will be available; CPDUs offered for Illinois teachers 
 
Preview complete conference agenda & register online at www.ldaamerica.org
Register soon to ensure that you are enrolled in the sessions of your choice. All registrations must be received in the LDA Pittsburgh office no later than Friday, February 22, 2008.  Make hotel reservations now to guarantee conference rates -- Reservations: (800) HILTONS
 
For questions call LDA toll-free at 888-300-6710 






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