Everyone Can Ride: Little Hammies Kid Bike Race at Montgomery Whitewater
The Little Hammies Kid Bike Race at Montgomery Whitewater is a fun and inclusive event
October 20, 2025
Since 1964...
LDA has provided support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. These services make LDA the leading resource for information on learning disabilities.
News & Articles from LDA Alabama:
LDA Alabama Mourns the Loss of Patricia Morrow
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Patricia Ann Hugghins Morrow,
October 20, 2025
Specific Learning Disability (SLD) from a Parent’s Perspective
by Dr. Jendia Grissett If the jargon in the title did not confuse you, you
November 28, 2022
Optimizing Student Success: A Parent-Teacher Collaboration
by Dr. Erin F. Klash and Kim P. Pennisi Educating a child is a great
December 18, 2019
News from the LDA National Organization:
LDA Recognizes 2026 Educator of the Year
Phip Ross The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) will honor Dr. Phip Ross with the 2026 Sam Kirk Educator of the Year Award at
January 6, 2026
LDA Recognizes Learning Disability Expert with Highest Honor
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) will honor Dr. Nancy Mather with The LDA Award at LDA’s 63rd Annual International Conference in St. Louis,
January 6, 2026
LDA Announces Leadership Transition
Learning Disabilities Association of America Announces Leadership Transition – CEO Cindy Cipoletti to Step Down by End of February 2026 PITTSBURGH, Pa. — October 30,
November 3, 2025
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) Statement on the Termination of Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) Staff
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) has been monitoring the government shut-down and the recent reports that nearly all staff at the Office of
October 13, 2025
News from LDA’s Healthy Children Project:
Take Action on Lead Poisoning: A Conversation with Impacted Parents and Lawmakers
This webinar is for parents, educators, community health workers, policy makers and anyone else who wants to protect children’s brain health and learning potential. Hear
November 12, 2025
Scientists Unite on How to Protect Children from Toxic Contributors to Autism
We have the opportunity to reduce cases of autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental conditions by banning the use of chemicals
September 23, 2025
How to lower the arsenic in your family’s rice
A daily staple for many families, rice has hidden health risks. The Learning Disabilities Association participated in another food testing project with Healthy Babies Bright
May 22, 2025
PFAS Chemicals
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals are used to make materials grease and water-resistant. These chemicals are also harmful to our health and are nicknamed
April 14, 2025