National Center for Learning Disabilities

		LD NEWS September 2008

September is a time of new beginnings for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and policymakers alike.

In this this back-to-school edition of LD News, you'll find tips on developing and maintaining positive parent-school relationships; read new reports released just in time for the beginning of the school year; discover the importance of research, and learn about upcoming NCLD Talks and events you won't want to miss!

Best wishes for a successful school year!

Research Roundup:
More on Research: A Powerful Tool for Parents and Educators

NCLD's Director of Professional Services, Dr. Sheldon H. Horowitz, discusses how the willingness to search, ask questions, and use data to make informed decisions is all you need to tap the power of research as an informed consumer and effective advocate.

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NCLD UPDATES

Developing Positive Relationships with Your Child's School from the Start
NCLD's Parent Center offers tips for promoting a successful start to the school year.

RTI National Online Forum: "The Role of RTI in LD Identification"
On October 1, join three nationally recognized experts on RTI and learning disabilities (LD) for this live interactive event.

TALKS AND EVENTS

RTI Talk: RTI and Universal Screening
Join our experts as they answer your questions about universal screening and how it is used in an RTI model.
Join this Talk live on Sept. 11 at 1 p.m. ET!

LD Talk Transcript: High School Graduation Rates
Find out what we know about ensuring success for students with LD in this LD Talk with Drs. Loujeania Williams Bost and Matthew Klare.

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