Association of LD Schools Logo

Upcoming Professional Development

ALDS In-Person Events

Events are Open to Members and Non-Members

  • 2026 Events
    • 2026 Leadership Retreat – July 20-22 at Currey Ingram Academy in Brentwood, Tennessee
    • Earl Oremus Independent School Symposium at IDA – Date TBD

Events and Training Hosted by ALDS Schools (Open to Public)

Virtual Events

          • December 2, 2025 - 7:00 PM EST
            • Hill Connect: Is This Typical? Early Signs of Learning Differences - Virtual Seminar by Hill Learning Center.  More information can be found here.
          • December 8, 2025 - 12:00 (noon) EST
            • ADHD Strategies - Virtual Seminar by The Fletcher School.  Learn More
          • December 9, 2025 - 4:00 PM EST
            • Planning an Individualized Spelling Lesson - Virtual Seminar by Landmark School.  Learn More
          • December 9, 2025 - 6:30 - 7:30 PM EST
            • Transracial Adoption: A Conversation about Parenthood and Family When Love, Race, and Identity Intersect - Virtual Seminar by The Siena School.  Learn More
          • December 11, 2025 - 6:00 PM PT
            • Learning Challenges & Mental Health: Social-Emotional Strategies for Student Success   - Virtual Seminar by Hamlin Robinson School.  Learn More
          • January 13, 2026 - 7:00 PM EST
            • Hill Connect: Keeping it Together: Supporting Organization and Time Management Skills - Virtual Seminar by Hill Learning Center.  Learn More.
          • January 28, 2026 - 6:30 - 8:30 PM EST
            • Motivation Strategies for Your Neurodiverse Learner  -Virtual Event Hosted by Marburn Academy in New Albany, Ohio.  Learn More.
          • February 11, 2026 - 7:00 PM EST
            • Hill Connect: Understanding IEPs, 504s & Accommodations - Virtual Seminar by Hill Learning Center.  Learn More.
          • March 18, 2026 - 7:00 PM EST
            • Hill Connect: AI & Learning Differences: What Parents and Educators Should Know - Virtual Seminar by Hill Learning Center.  Learn More.
          • May 2026 - 6:30 - 8:30 PM EST
            • Tracking AI and Digital Safety  - Virtual Event Hosted by Marburn Academy in New Albany, Ohio.  Learn More.

          Virtual Training

              • December 8 - 10, 2025 - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM CT
                • Wilson Reading System Introductory Course  - Virtual Training Hosted by Hyde Park Day School.  Learn More.
              • December 10 - 12, 2025 - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST
                • Wilson Reading System Introductory Course  - Virtual Training Hosted by Noble Academy.  Learn More.
              • December 15-17, 2025 - 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM MT
                • Wilson Reading System Introductory Course  - Virtual Training Hosted by The Jones Gordon School.  Learn More.

              In-Person Events and Trainings

                    • December 8 - 10, 2025 - 9:00 - 3:00 PM CT
                      • WRS Introductory Course - In-Person Training Hosted by Hyde Park Day School in Northfield, IL.  Learn More
                    • February 4, 2026 - 6:30 - 8:00 PM CT
                      • Charting Your Path: Connecting Passions to Future Possibilities  - In Person Event Hosted by Groves Learning Organization in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.  Learn More.
                    • February 19, 2026 - 6:30 - 8:30 PM EST
                      • Preparing Neurodiverse Students for College  - In Person Event Hosted by Marburn Academy in New Albany, Ohio.  Learn More.
                    • April 8, 2026 - 6:30 - 8:30 PM EST
                      • In Their Shoes: A Guided ADHD Simulation Experience  - In Person Event Hosted by Marburn Academy in New Albany, Ohio.  Learn More.
                    • April 14, 2026 - 6:30 - 8:00 PM CT
                      • The Dyslexia Decode: Brain Science, Behaviors & Support  - In Person Event Hosted by Groves Learning Organization in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.  Learn More.