By our friends at The Fletcher School | The Rankin Institute
From early identification to planning for an IEP or 504 Plan for your child, The Fletcher School’s Rankin Institute offers programs that provide you what you need to know about learning differences.
You are invited to attend this fall’s community workshops and trainings that cover various types of Specific Learning Disabilities (SLDs) and techniques to help children with learning differences reach their full potential. All programs are offered at a low cost of just $10! Learn more and register below:
Fall Rankin Institute Workshop Offerings:
Photo: testimonials from Rankin Institute program attendees
READING DISORDER: A PICTURE’S WORTH A BILLION WORDS is presented by Joanie Gerken, Fellow/ AOGPE, and Christi Kubeck, Fellow-In-Training/AOGPE, both of The Fletcher School. In addition to an overview of the disorder, this presentation will demonstrate proven technologies for helping children with reading disorders.
Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $10
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UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS OF CREATING AN IEP/504 FOR YOUR CHILD is presented by Darci Carter, S.S.P. of Southeast Psychological Services and Karen Vaughn, M.Ed., Esq. of Vaughn and Associates. Planning for an IEP or 504 Plan for your child can be an intimidating and sometimes frustrating process. This workshop will discuss strategies for advocating for the accommodations your child needs.
Date: Monday, October 7, 2019
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $10
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EARLY IDENTIFICATION OF DEVELOPING LEARNING ISSUES IN PRESCHOOL is presented by Terri James, Ph.D. of Southeast Psychological Services. Do you have concerns about your preschool-age child’s learning? Join us for a discussion about early identification of learning issues in preschool-age children.
Date: Monday, October 21, 2019
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $10
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WRITTEN EXPRESSION DISORDER: WATCH FOR SALES ON ERASERS is presented by Hannah Harrison, Ph.D.. Dr. Harrison will provide an overview of this disorder and address technologies for working with children who are struggling with written expression.
Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $10
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LD SIMULATIONS: WALK A MILE IN MY SHOES is presented by the staff of The Fletcher School. Have you ever wondered what a child with a diagnosed learning disability experiences in the classroom? Do you have a child with a diagnosed learning disability at home, and their sibling(s) just do not understand them? This workshop is designed to put you in the shoes of a child with LD. Bring your whole family (ages 12+). This session helps promote more understanding, compassion, and discussion within the family.
Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $10
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ADHD: FOLLOW THE BOUNCING BALL is presented by Lisa Pennington, Ph.D. of Lisa Pennington and Associates, PLLC. The effects of attention deficit disorder will be discussed, and Dr. Pennington will provide suggestions for effectively treating ADHD and managing consequent behavior.
Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $10
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Stay tuned for information about our spring workshops and Professional Development series! View a full list of our 2019-2020 Rankin Institute programs.
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About the Rankin Institute:
The Rankin Institute’s Community Programs are designed for parents, professionals, and community members interested in improving the lives and services offered to students with specific learning disabilities and ADHD. Our programs support families by providing education and practical techniques for understanding and parenting their child with SLD.
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