The following non-profit organizations provide current information on every aspect of
parenting, learning disabilities, education, and advocacy through their newsletters,
speakers, and event programming. We encourage you to regularly visit their websites.
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HEARD IN RYE
Heard in Rye presents speakers who provide various strategies for parenting
in today's society. Admission is free, all are welcome, and no reservations are necessary.
Website: www.heardinrye.org
Upcoming Speakers/Topics
Dr. Jordan D. Metzl
Sports Medicine: What Every Parent, Coach And Athlete Needs To Know
Tuesday March 9, 7:30 p.m.
Blind Brook High School Auditorium
http://www.heardinrye.org/id2.html
Joel Haber, Ph.D.
Bullyproof Your Child: Practical Advice For Parents And Children
Wednesday April 14, 7:30 p.m.
Rye Middle School Multipurpose Room
http://www.heardinrye.org/id2.html
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PARENTS TOGETHER
Through its free lectures, website, and newsletters, Parents Together links parents
of public and independent schools to address the issues that affect our children
and community.
Website: www.parentstogetherct.org
Upcoming Speakers/Topics/Articles of Interest
Winter/Spring 2010 Parenting Programs Listing
http://www.parentstogetherct.org/wpcontent/uploads/2009/12/
2010WinterSpringPrograms.pdf
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SMART KIDS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES
Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering
the parents of children with learning disabilities (LD) and attention-deficit disorder
(ADHD). Via its newsletter, website, and educational programs, they provide parents
with information that can help you become a successful advocate for your child.
Website: www.smartkidswithld.org
Upcoming Programs/Articles of Interest
Ken Magrath, Ph.D.
Moods, Behaviors & Learning: Strategies for Children with ADHD & LD
Wednesday, March 3, 7:30-9 p.m.
Westport Public Library http://www.smartkidswithld.org/sk-3-programs.html
Smart Kids’ 10th Anniversary Benefit
The Sky’s The Limit
Friday, March 12, 7:30 p.m.
Westport Country Playhouse
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CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH
LEARNING DISABILITIES (CACLD)
CACLD is a regional, non-profit organization that supports individuals, families,
and professionals by providing information, education, and consultation
while promoting public awareness and understanding. CACLD's goal is to
ensure access to the resources needed to help children and adults with
learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders achieve their full potential.
Website: www.cacld.org
Upcoming Programs/Articles of Interest
No new programs at this time.
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NATIONAL CENTER FOR LEARNING DISABILITIES (NCLD)
NCLD’s mission is to ensure that the nation's 15 million children, adolescents,
and adults with learning disabilities have every opportunity to succeed in school,
work, and life. They advocate for “the power to hope, to learn, and to succeed.”
Website: www.ncld.org
Of Interest
Talking with Family About Your Child’s Learning Disability (article)
http://www.ncld.org/in-the-home/parenting-issues/marriage-aamp-relationships/
talking-with-family-about-your-childs-learning-disability
January 2010 Newsletter
http://www.ncld.org/images/stories/Publications/Newsletters/LDNews/
January2010.html
Listing of Other Free Newsletters on LD
http://www.ncld.org/publications-a-more
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OTHER EVENTS/CONFERENCES
2010 Regional Conference on Learning Differences
Hosted by: Landmark College, Greenwich Education and Prep, The Whitby School
Date: March 11-12, 2010
Place: The Whitby School, 969 Lake Ave., Greenwich, CT 06831
For more information: Contact Peter Newman, Director, Greenwich Education and Prep,
at (203)661-1609