Learning Disabilities Association of Kingston

07/05/2025

This just in from LD@School! LD@School is pleased to invite school board teams—particularly Central and Senior leadership—to a free, insightful webinar focused on the implementation of Tier 2 supports at both the system and classroom levels. Presenters Marylin Dawson, Superintendent at Wellington Catholic District School Board, and Chantal Moore, Superintendent at Keewatin-Patricia District School Board will share their experiences and strategies for building effective Tier 2 programs. For more details visit The Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario here Register Here!

This just in from LD@School! LD@School is pleased to invite school board teams—particularly Central and Senior leadership—to a free, insightful webinar focused on the implementation of Tier 2 suppo…

05/15/2025

We’re excited about the upcoming LDA 6th Annual Parent Conference happening in less than 2 weeks - May 28, 2025! Mark your calendars, as the conference will take place on the evening of May 28, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, virtually through an online platform. Topics include the Effective Use of Assistive Technology, Empowering Parents to Support Children with Learning Disabilities and ADHD and Alternatives to Medication. ********* THIS IS A FREE EVENT! ********** Click here for more information

We’re excited about the upcoming LDA 6th Annual Parent Conference happening in less than 2 weeks – May 28, 2025! Mark your calendars, as the conference will take place on the evening of May 2…

05/15/2025

It's almost time for the annual conference! Don't forget to register!

📣 Countdown to the 6th Annual Parent Conference – Only 2 Weeks Away!

🗓 MAY 28 | 6pm - 8pm |Virtual

💬 Don't miss out on this opportunity —This is a free event.

This years Topics and Presenters:

*Effective Use of Assistive Technology. Presented by: Erin Plumb is a recognized leader in assistive technology, bringing more than 20 years of expertise in accessibility, accommodations, and inclusion.

*A Framework for Social Anxiety, Stigma, and Emotional Well-being
Presented by: Janet Arnold and Evelina Hovichis. Janet a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Triple P Practitioner, and consultant specializing in psychotherapy and applied behaviour analysis. Evelina is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and holistic wellness practitioner.

*ADHD and alternatives to medication. Presented by: Malini Ondrovcik Registered Psychotherapist providing services in consultation with OSR Clinics’ rehabilitation team. Specializing in the provision of culturally competent treatment in areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, ADHD, as well as other mental health and educational
issues.

For more information contact your local LDA chapter.

👉To register: https://form-can.keela.co/6th-annual-parent-conference

**Special Thank You to our sponsors for making this conference possible***

05/14/2025

To all LDAK members and those interested, You are invited to the Learning Disabilities Association of Kingston Virtual Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 10 at 6 pm. The (short) meeting will be held online using Zoom. Please let us know if you wish to attend and we will send you the link a little closer to the date. The proposed slate of officers for 2025-2026 is at the end of this message....

To all LDAK members and those interested, You are invited to the Learning Disabilities Association of Kingston Virtual Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 10 at 6 pm. The (short) meeting will b…

04/15/2025

Please note that this webinar has been postponed. Please watch our website and social media for the new date tba!

04/14/2025

Join us for a one-hour resource webinar tomorrow to learn more about the reading, writing and other specialized programs available in your area! This webinar will feature presenters: Rosie Gatenby-BroedersSupervisor of Education, BGC South East Community Centre Rosie will provide an overview of the Kingston Reading Clinic and other small group reading programs detailing the approaches their instructors use to support children and youth facing challenges with reading and written expression....

Join us for a one-hour resource webinar tomorrow to learn more about the reading, writing and other specialized programs available in your area! This webinar will feature presenters: Rosie Gatenby-…

04/08/2025

Courses Offered:

-Grade 10: ENG2D, MPM2D, GLC20 (Careers), CHV2O (Civics)
-Grade 11: NBE3C, NBE3U, MCR3U, SBI3U
-Grade 12: ENG4C, ENG4U, OLC40, SBI4U, HSB4U
-Co-Op: Co-op starts on June 30th and can continue until August 8th, 2025. Students taking co-op should speak with their co-op teacher before registering. Co-op registration will occur through the Co-op registration link on the LDSB Website.

Registration:
-Closes June 26, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. -Co-op registration closes June 20, 2025
-Register via myBlueprint within Minds Online

04/03/2025

This just in! LDAK is proud to host a resource webinar to provide Kingston and Area parents, caregivers, educators and those with LDs with information on reading, writing and other specialized programs available in your area! This webinar will feature presenters: Rosie Gatenby-BroedersSupervisor of Education, BGC South East Community Centre Rosie will provide an overview of the Kingston Reading Clinic detailing the approaches their instructors use to support children and youth facing challenges with reading and written expression....

This just in! LDAK is proud to host a resource webinar to provide Kingston and Area parents, caregivers, educators and those with LDs with information on reading, writing and other specialized prog…

03/25/2025

Have a diagnosed learning disability and need educational tutoring? If you have a note from a medical professional certifying the need for a professional tutor, you can add these costs to your medical expenses at tax time. Tutoring is also a medical expense if you or a dependent face an “impairment to mental functions”. “Tutoring services that are additional to the primary education of a person with a learning disability or an impairment in mental functions, and paid to a person in the business of providing these services to individuals who are not related to the person....

Have a diagnosed learning disability and need educational tutoring? If you have a note from a medical professional certifying the need for a professional tutor, you can add these costs to your medi…

03/19/2025