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Reading in the Rockies 2025 in Colorado Springs!
SAVE THE DATES – See you in Colorado Springs on Friday and Saturday, September 26th and 27th
Reading in the Rockies aims to provide a time and place for teachers, administrators, parents/guardians, and other professionals to learn, collaborate, and relax in a beautiful environment. Our speakers address relevant, essential and distinctive topics to build your capacity to support student success, improve your teaching skills, expand your thinking and continue to cultivate your knowledge with practical application strategies. This year is no exception, and we’re looking forward to seeing you all in a totally new location in Colorado Springs!
IDA Events
IDA 2025 ANNUAL READING, LITERACY & LEARNING CONFERENCE
October 23, 2025 – October 25, 2025
Hyatt Regency Atlanta – Atlanta, GA
Registration: Early bird opens March 14, 2025
Connecting a global network of researchers, educators, families and people with dyslexia… “Until Everyone Can Read“
Get ready to be part of the premier event in dyslexia education and advocacy at DyslexiaCon 25! Taking place October 23-25, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown, this year’s conference continues to deliver an unparalleled experience for professionals, families, and individuals impacted by dyslexia.
Join us for three days of insightful sessions, dynamic speakers, and innovative discussions designed to equip attendees with practical strategies and the latest research. Explore tailored education sessions, distinguished Award Lectures, and engaging Symposia, all crafted to deepen understanding and drive meaningful change.
This year, we are excited to offer three unique conference experiences, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether you attend in person or engage virtually, you’ll gain valuable knowledge, resources, and connections that will leave a lasting impact.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and inspire!
Registration is Now Open!
Local Groups, Event, and Resources
Please note that IDA-RMB does not endorse any specific individual, business, school, or program. Please contact the particular service providers below for more information.
Our policy is that we will promote free and public events without charge that align with our mission and vision. Events, organizations, or businesses that charge a fee are asked to contact us about paid listing opportunities.
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Colorado Kids Identified With Dyslexia (COKID) & Decoding Dyslexia Colorado
Decoding Dyslexia Colorado is now an extension of Colorado Kids Identified with Dyslexia
COKID’s mission is to ensure that all dyslexic children are identified and receive appropriate intervention and support to achieve their full potential. Check out their list of different Parent Support & Dyslexia Advocacy Groups in Colorado. Visit their website for upcoming events as well as dyslexia and legislation-related resources.
www.cokid.org
Online Course for Assessing, Preventing and Overcoming Reading Difficulties
The IDA Dyslexia Digital Library
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) has launched the premier Dyslexia Digital Library at www.dyslexialibrary.org to house an extensive collection of IDA’s most informative articles, fact sheets, infographics, and videos organized in a searchable, user-friendly site, including FAQs and trending topics. Families can learn strategies to help them advocate for their child with dyslexia, reading teachers can find guidance on applying the principles of Structured Literacy in their classrooms, researchers can review the work of their peers—these are just a few examples of how to use the library.
Professional Development Training
Please note that IDA-RMB does not endorse any specific individual, business, school, or program. Please contact the particular service providers below for more information.
Our policy is that we will promote free and public events without charge that align with our mission and vision. Events, organizations, or businesses that charge a fee are asked to contact us about paid listing opportunities.
Yoshimoto Orton-Gillingham is an engaging approach to teaching and learning which enables participants to successfully provide Orton Gillingham targeted instruction to students with dyslexia as well as to equip the general population with the tools they need to succeed and excel in reading, writing and in spelling and math. An accredited training Fellow in the Academy of Orton-Gillingham, Ron Yoshimoto developed these nationally and internationally acclaimed Orton-Gillingham trainings.
“I appreciate how clear it is to implement with my class, the scope and sequence, lesson plans and correction procedures make it so doable. And all the materials – amazing” “I have never received such positive feedback from my teachers before!” “This is the first time I have completed a workshop and feel like I actually have the tools and materials I need to serve my dyslexic students.” “I am not a trained teacher, yet I am now empowered to help my child. Thank you.”
OGI is a CDE approved supplemental, intervention and consulting provider for the READ Act. The Yoshimoto O.G. Approach is an International Dyslexia Association approved program. Please contact us regarding scheduling school or district-based classes or in regards to certification.
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Wilson Language Training®
Professional learning and teacher support have been the primary focus of Wilson Language Training® for over 20 years. Wilson is passionate about providing educators with the knowledge and skills they need to help students who may benefit from a systematic, multisensory, structured language approach. Our hands-on professional learning programs are delivered by a nationwide team of expert Literacy Specialists and Trainers. Check out these upcoming training workshops:
- May 5, 2025, 9am–2pm Central – Fundations® Level 3 Virtual Launch Workshop
- May 12, 2025, 9am–2pm Central – Just Words® Virtual Launch Workshop
- May 19-21, 2025, 9am–3pm Central – WRS Introductory Course
- May 27, 2025, 9am–2pm Central – Fundations® Level 2 Virtual Launch Workshop
- May 28, 2025, 9am–2pm Central – Fundations® Level K Virtual Launch Workshop
- May 30, 2025, 9am–2pm Central – Fundations® Level 1 Virtual Launch Workshop
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