2014 Spring Edition


Presidents Letter

2014 SPRING EDITION NEWSLETTER “Teachers have the power to impact learning and make a difference in the lives of all their students. If you are a teacher, join other colleagues across the world by becoming well-trained in a multisensory structured language education approach.” This quote is from our website, and […]


Sign Up Now for Summer Teacher Trainings

2014 SPRING EDITION NEWSLETTER Summer is a perfect time for rest, relaxation—and adding skills to your teacher’s toolbox. Northern California will host several research-based multisensory structured language education (MSLE) training programs this summer, where you can learn how to systematically teach reading, writing, and spelling. This type of instruction is […]


Download IDA’s Guide to Dyslexia in the Classroom

2014 SPRING EDITION NEWSLETTER The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) has produced a 15-page kit that provides a concise overview of signs and symptoms of dyslexia and useful strategies to help dyslexic students. Dyslexia in the Classroom: What Every Teacher Needs to Know includes sections on the social and emotional facets […]


Meet Our New Board Members

2014 SPRING EDITION NEWSLETTER Congratulations to the four dedicated individuals who were elected in January to three-year terms of office. NCBIDA relies on board members to provide our programs and services. We are a true “working board,” and we thank them for their willingness to serve our Northern California community. […]


Task Force Survey

2014 SPRING EDITION NEWSLETTER The California Statewide Special Education Task Force is charged with recommending changes in how dyslexic and struggling readers are identified and taught in our public schools and how teachers are trained. Take a moment to make sure your voice is heard by completing the task force’s […]