LD News is a free e-publication of the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD). It is sent out monthly and addresses issues related to learning disabilities for parents, care-givers, educators, advocates and individuals with learning disabilities.

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A Word from NCLD
NCLD's Executive Director, James Wendorf, discusses the first annual meeting of the RTI Action Network's Advisory Council and the upcoming February LD Talk.   

What's New from NCLD

• Successful Transition to College for Students with Learning Disabilities: What Every Family Needs to Know
  The National Center for Learning Disabilities is collaborating with the 92nd Street Y in New York to present a two-part educational series on helping students with LD get ready for college.
• Next LD Talk: February 28, 2008 1-2 p.m. ET
  Response to Intervention and IDEA - LD Identification in the RTI Instruction Model
  Join experts Mary Beth Klotz, Ph.D., NCSP and Daryl Mellard, Ph.D. as they answer questions from parents and teachers about the legislative requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and how RTI can ensure accurate and timely LD identification.  Submit advance questions for the discussion now or simply join the chat live on February 28 at 1 p.m. ET!

• Live Parent Talk Focusing on -March 4, 2008 2-3 p.m. ET
  Helping Your Child with LD Find Success: How to Stay Energized and EngagedMany parents managing learning disabilities often feel that they are traveling down unfamiliar routes on their way to uncertain destinations.  Nancy E. Graves and her daughter, Danielle E. Graves are familiar with this journey.  Join Nancy and Danielle as they answer questions from parents, families and individuals with learning disabilities on topics surrounding parenting a child with learning disabilities and how to be an effective advocate for your child with LD.  Submit questions in advance or join us live at 2 p.m. ET on March 4!

LD Champions
Each month, LD News spotlights the work of a person with LD and features their art, essays, or other expressions of what life is like for individuals with LD.  But much of the work featured here would not be possible if not for the teachers and administrators that dedicate their lives to helping kids to succeed.

This month, LD News highlights the work of Kimberly Weber, the winner of the 2007 NCLD Bill Ellis Award, with an exclusive interview on how she spends her time in the principals office and in the classroom to help the students of Chavez Elementary School in Long Beach, California reach their goals.

This Month on Capitol Hill
NCLD’s monthly roundup of articles and happenings on Capitol Hill.  Features include:

• Secretary Spellings Releases US Department of Education 2008 Policy Goals
• The National Association for the Education of African-American Children with Learning Disabilities (NAEAACLD) Launches Quarterly Newsletter
• National Council on Disability Releases Report on NCLB and IDEA Having Positive Impact on Students with Disabilities

Research Roundup
Who’s on First? Enhanced Communication as a Key to Success
NCLD's Director of Professional Services, Dr. Sheldon H. Horowitz, discusses how communication between parents and educators could pave the way for better discussions about students with LD and the kinds of services and supports they need to succeed in school.  Be sure to download Great Expectations, a new worksheet intended to facilitate communication and clarify the opinions of each person who participates in a discussion or meeting.

News Desk Headlines

• Study on Mathematics in High School Released
• Training Institute on Special Education Research Announced
• New Study Examines Characteristics of Early Childhood Settings

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