LDA Manitoba

Learning Disabilities Association of Manitoba

 

Notice of Upcoming Activities Spring 2008

 

Parenting the Child with ADHD

 

This seven week course (one evening a week) is designed for parents of children aged 5-11     diagnosed with ADD/ADHD.  The chief objectives are to:

 

a) increase parent knowledge and understanding of ADD/ADHD and how this disorder interacts with the child’s environments and,

b) make parents aware of management practices that can be applied to make life more        manageable for the family and the child.

c) allows parents of children with ADHD to network with others in the same circumstances while engaging in group problem solving that is overseen by a facilitator.

 

Classes run every Tuesday evening 7-9 p.m. from Feb. 12th to Mar. 25th at Herzing College,      723 Portage Ave.  To register call 774-1832 ext. 11.

 

Cost:   Non-members $65,  Members $55

 

 

Learning Disabilities Basics

 

Taught over two evenings this course will explain the types of Learning Disabilities, characteristics, and the underlying processes impacted.  Part II will cover the value of assessment, specific    teaching strategies and case studies.

 

This class will run Monday evenings, 6:30-8:30 p.m. on March 17th and March 24th at Herzing College, 723 Portage Ave.  To register call 774-1832 ext. 11.

 

Cost: $20

 

 

Destination Learning Child Tutoring Program

 

The Learning Disabilities Association of Manitoba’s Children’s Program is looking for students!  Our literacy tutoring program focuses on helping children who struggle academically as a result of ADD/HD or Learning Disabilities gain the skills and confidence to succeed.

 

Program Description: Provides individualized literacy support to children aged 6-11 years old, through one-to-one tutoring.  Your child will be paired with a volunteer tutor, and together they will work on individualized lesson plans for one hour, twice a week over 9 weeks.

 

For more information about enrolling your child in the next tutoring session please contact Cheryl Nicholson, Intake Coordinator, at 774-1821, ext. 10. 

Location:  617 Erin Street in Erin Square.

 

Cost: $60 for all nine weeks.  Spring session beings on April 29th and May 1st.