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[LDA-Iowa Newsletter] Spring 2026

Spring 2026 Newsletter Letter from LDA-IA President Honora Wall Dr. Honora Wall If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy." - Dale Carnegie There are many things to be fearful of these days, like changes to public school funding, state and national politics and policy changes, services for students with disabilities, and more. At LDA-Iowa, we're not sitting at home thinking about these issues; we're out in the field, and we're busy! You may have...

18 days ago • 3 min read

SPRING 2025 Letter from LDA-IA President Patty Beyer Patty Beyer We are living in a time of change and it is entirely understandable to feel unsure about what the future holds for learning disability services. We know that our children and adults with learning disabilities have incredible potential, and we must be advocates in maintaining the legal and procedural safeguards necessary to ensure that all have the opportunity to reach their full potential. While we support our elected officials...

about 1 year ago • 6 min read

Summer 2023 Newsletter LDA Iowa Launches New Website Click the image to check out the new website! LDA-Iowa's State Coordinator, Kathy Specketer, has been busy this past year, working on our new website with technology specialists from LDA America. The website launched on April 20th. You will notice a new look and new content. Members will still have access to the expanded “members only” section! Dr. Richard T. Owens Lest We Forget Lest We Forget: Did you know that prior to Public Law 94-142...

almost 3 years ago • 2 min read