2018 Winter Edition


President’s Letter

As with all beginnings, the start of 2018 brings resolutions and renewed energy. IDA NorCal is pleased to kick off the new year with our Annual Member’s Meeting and Brunch, where we celebrate individuals who have greatly contributed to the field of dyslexia. Dr. Fumiko Hoeft and Dr. Kathy Futterman […]


Join Us for Our New Year’s Member Event

IDA NorCal will hold its Annual New Year’s Brunch for members on Saturday, January 27 in San Francisco. Members, please check your email for your invitation. This year’s event will honor two individuals who have worked tirelessly to improve the lives of students with dyslexia. Please join us in celebrating […]


Our 2018 Officer and Board Election

At the annual membership meeting on January 27, we will be voting on the slate of Board of Directors and Officers for 2018. Here is the slate of nominees: New Board Members: Lori DePole Mary Cancelmo Kori Riordan Board Officers: President – Cawley Carr President Elect (will assume the presidency […]


Revised Experience Dyslexia® Debuts

Our Experience Dyslexia® simulation is a powerful tool for building basic knowledge of dyslexia and empathy for those who have this learning difference. Starting this week, IDA NorCal will be rolling out an updated version of the kit—our first revision since 2010. In addition to a new logo and color […]


Help Us Fundraise through Amazon Smile!

Here’s a painless way to help IDA NorCal financially without giving an extra cent: When you shop at Amazon, go through our Amazon Smile account and purchase items just as you normally would! A small percentage of what you spend will go directly to IDA NorCal to help fund our programs. Bookmark our […]