Parent-Student Resources

April 13, 2012

Choose your own ADDventure conference

The Choose your own ADDventure Conference is expanding to a two-day format this year.  David Flink,  the co-founder and executive director of Project Eye-To- Eye will be joining the Student Life Division of the University of Denver for a two day professional education and conference event.  On April 13, 2012 in the afternoon, a professional development event will [...]

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March 13, 2012

The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses

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These books are great for parents to help young, struggling students know that they are not alone in their challenges

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February 29, 2012

Mobile Devices: A Literacy Toolbox in your Pocket

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We've got your Apps! Assistive technology in your pocket! Jim Sandstrum's presentation handouts are available online. Click on the Assistive Technology post below for the link. Check back soon for a tutorial on Jim's presentation. It will be available shortly!

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February 05, 2012

Great resources and FAQs for college transition.

Once a student graduates from high school, the legal rights arena changes significantly. Accommodations that may have been available in high school may not be available in college.  Check out the website for the Association on Higher Education and Disability.  This site offers a very good transition resource list for students, as well as concise FAQ’s for parents [...]

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November 05, 2011

Executive Function Skills Workshop – Sarah Ward

Please join the International Dyslexia Association – Rocky Mountain Branch and Hillsprings Learning Center as they co-present Sarah Ward, M.S., CCC/SLP, for Executive Function Skills: Cutting Edge Approaches to Practical Interventions for Working with Children and Adolescents.  This seminar is for parents and professionals and will teach you how to teach your child or student to efficiently manage [...]

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October 21, 2011

Choosing a Therapy for Dyslexia

In this era of internet advertising, choosing an appropriate therapy or treatment program for dyslexia can be a daunting task for parents, and educators.   In order to avoid wasting valuable time and money, it is important to research various options carefully. In the latest issue of  Perspectives on Language and Literacy, Winter 2011, Vol. 37, No. 1, [...]

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September 27, 2011

DAC Community Resource Fair: Exhibitor List

Come check out all the great exhibitors, speakers, demos, interactive stations, and Assistive Technology Lounge Free Community Resource Fair for Diverse Learners Saturday Oct   1st, 2011 9am to 3pm Free Event  and Free Parking   Exhibitor List Organization Webpage Academic Language Therapists Association (ALTA) www.altaread.org Word Attack Warriors www.wordattackwarriors.wordpress.com AGA Low Vision www.agalowvision.com Assistive Technology [...]

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September 09, 2011

Help make the Intel Reader a better product

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Help provide feedback on one of the newest assistive technology devices - the Intel Reader

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August 30, 2011

Disclosing Learning Differences on the College Application

I’m a college counselor working with students from around the country as they navigate their college selection.  Many of my clients have some sort of learning issue. I am often asked whether a student should disclose their learning disability to a college admission counselor. Generally speaking, students don’t want to give a college any reason [...]

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August 23, 2011

Workshop “STEP UP INTO YOUR LIFE: Planning for After High School”

Who: The Arc Arapahoe & Douglas Counties has provided information, advocacy and support to families who have children with disabilities since 1954. What: Step Up Into Your Life is about understanding the world of supports and services after high school. When: Six Tuesday Sessions   (August 23, 30 & September 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2011) [...]

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