Welcome

Welcome to the Rocky Mountain Branch of The International Dyslexia Association (IDA-RMB). The International Dyslexia Association provides a forum where parents, educators, individuals with dyslexia and researchers share their knowledge about a disorder that affects up to 20 percent of the U.S. population. The IDA-RMB provides workshops and resources to increase public awareness of dyslexia. To find out more about our branch click here.

News

House Bill 1223 - help us help students with dyslexia
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Upcoming Parent Education and Support Forums

Dyslexia: Answers and Questions, Facts and Fictions
Arvada - Monday, April 14th; 7: - 9:00 p.m.
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Vail - Thursday, April 24th; 7: - 9:00 p.m.
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Jonathan Mooney Presentation
Colorado Springs - Saturday, April 12
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My Unique Brain and Me - A Look Inside
Lonetree Recreation Center; May 3rd: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Upcoming Trainings and Workshops

Learning and the Brain - Jacquelyn F. Gamino, Ph.D.
May 2nd, 8:30- 3:30, Hampden and & I25
Jacquelyn F. Gamino, Ph.D. from The Brain Center in Dallas, TX will present cutting edge research for educators to better understand how the brain works and the implications for more successful teaching. Included with be tools for memories, dealing with challenging students and research to practice tools. This should be a fascinating and impactful day.
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Recent Articles

Tracing Business Acumen to Dyslexia by Brent Bowers, New York Times
A study concluded that dyslexics were more likely than nondyslexics to excel in oral communication and problem solving and to own two or more businesses.

Did You Know:

  • Dyslexia is the most common learning disability.
  • It is a language-based learning disability that affects people with average to above average intelligence.
  • To read more about dyslexia click here.