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 LDA’s 63rd Annual International Conference in St. Louis. The award, named in honor of Dr. Samuel Kirk, a pioneer in the field of learning disabilities, is given to an outstanding […]
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, MO. This award is the highest honor given by LDA, and is presented in recognition and appreciation of outstanding leadership, support and dedication in the field of learning disabilities. For […]
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 from parents and lawmakers on how lead has impacted them in their state, current legislation, and how you can take action. Co-hosted by the Ecology Center, the Great Lakes Lead Elimination […]
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, 2025 — After six years of leadership, Cindy Cipoletti, Chief Executive Officer of the Learning Disabilities Association of America, announced that she will step down from her role by the […]
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 Special Education Programs (OSEP) have been notified of termination. This is deeply troubling for the millions of children with learning disabilities who depend on the programs, protections, and oversight that […]
States Recognize Learning Disability Awareness Month
Texas and Wisconsin have declared October 2025 as Learning Disabilities Awareness Month! Wisconsin Texas October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, and LDA is dedicated to sharing information about learning disabilities. To help us spread the word, you can request for your mayor or governor to declare October LD Month! And it’s easier than you think! […]
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 that can harm children’s brains, reducing air pollution, and keeping plastics away from food and drink. The following is a guest blog from Project TENDR. – September 22, 2025 Autism […]
Explore a new member perk with EmpathED!
For a limited time, LDA Members can purchase a one year individual membership to EmpathED for only $50. EmpathED is a groundbreaking platform that uses immersive technology and storytelling to help educators, pre-service teachers, and families truly understand the lived experiences of students with disabilities, neurodiversity, and mental health diagnoses. Through interactive simulations and empathy-driven […]
Become a Sponsor for LDACON63!
“*” indicates required fields Since 1963 the Learning Disabilities Association has served as the premier resource for educators, counselors, attorneys, school psychologists, administrators, para-educators, researchers and other professionals, along with parents of children and adults who have learning disabilities. Our 62nd International Conference will bring all of these audiences together in Orlando, Florida to learn, […]
Current Cases Impacting Education Law
Published 6/24/2025 Loper Bright Enterprises V. Raimondo In 2024, the Supreme Court case Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo changed the way that courts have to consider regulations posed by governmental agencies, like the Department of Education. Previously, courts had to interpret regulations from governmental agencies as if those regulations were speaking for Congress. With the […]