This workshop series focuses on critical topics related to bullying/hate crimes and learning disabilities. It provides an active support network of other parents and professionals who understand the challenges of hate crimes and LDs. It provides the support and instructional strategies needed to develop effective parenting strategies to guide their LD youth at home, school and in the community.

Topics include:

- November 24, 2011- The emotional impact of learning disabilities
- December 22, 2011- Impact of hate crimes

- January 26, 2012- Strategies for preventing hate crimes
- February 23, 2012- Successful transitions

- March 8, 2012- Advocating for your child
- March 29, 2012- Supporting your LD youth

Program Details:

Date: October to March

Time: 7:00-9:00pm

Location: 121 Willowdale Ave., Suite 203 (Sheppard Ave. and Yonge St.)

Registration

Online Enrolment

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Telephone Enrolment

Space is limited. Register quickly. For more information/ to register, please call Lucy at (416) 229-9046.

Note: Fees are non-refundable.

Full payment due on time of registration.

Help your child learn how to read using basic phonics, and learn how to use phonics in context
- Help your child learn and apply new strategies to improve reading, writing, spelling, math and Core French
- Learn how to research a topic and write a report
- Develop better organization, time management and study skills
- Over 30 years teaching experience with successful results working with LD students
- First lesson includes free informal assessment and planning
- Individualized lessons which follow Ontario curriculum

Assistive Technology

This program works with supportive leaders who are dedicated to educating children with LD on the basic skills and finer intricacies of various Assistive Technology software. Kurzweil 3000 Read and Write Gold

Time: 1:00 – 2:15p.m.
Ages: 8-16 years old
Session Dates:
October 29 – December 10, 2011
January 14 – February 25, 2012
March 3 – April 21, 2012
April 28 – June 9, 2012

Fee: $150.00 per session
$250 For Child & Parent Pairing
Spaces are limited to 6 children per group

Ages: 8 – 13 years
Time: 4:30 – 5:45 p.m.

Location: Montcrest School 658 Broadview Avenue

Dates: October 20 – December 1, 2011
January 26 – March 8, 2012
April 12 – May 24, 2012

Fee: $150.00 per 7 week session
Space is limited to 10 participants. Computer Skills for Seniors
Improves basic computer and literacy skills while increasing social skills and personal well-being for seniors.Time:Monday– Thursday at 1:00-3:00 p.m.This is a free of charge program,
Spots are limited confirm your space now

Preparing the Parent Workshops – 2011-2012 Schedule.

Ages: 4 – 13 years old

Dates: Mon – 8/9 Tues – 4/5 6/7
Wed – 10/11 Thurs – 12/13

Time: 4:30-6:00pm (4/5 yrs: 4:30-5:30pm)

Winter Session: January 9 – March 19, 2012
Spring Session: March 26 – June 18, 2012

Fees: Winter Session: $449.00 per session
Spring Session: $499.00 per

Returning participants/members save
$50 off the registration fee.
Groups are limited to 10 participants.

Smart Kidz Tutoring

This program provides a comfortable and receptive environment where children and youth can improve their academic skills

Group 1: Grades 1-8 10:00-11:30a.m.

Group 2: Grades 9-12 12:00-1:30p.m.

Dates: November 6—December 11, 2011
January 15 – February 26, 2012
March 4 – April 22, 2012
April 29 – June 3, 2012

Fee: $140.00 per 6 week session

Please Note: At the end of the school year we also offer a High School Exam Prep to help students prepare and succeed during exam period. This is insensitive curriculum  studying and is available for $75

Ages: 14 – 17 years old

Date and Time: January 9 – June 22, 2012

Fridays from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Fee: $749.00 per session/

$699.00 for returning participants and members

Spaces are limited to 10 youth. Register quickly! S.T.Y.L.E.

S.T.Y.L.E is an exciting afterschool program offered at 6 secondary schools in high-priority areas across the City of Toronto, This program is designed to assist youth struggling with LD and/or AD(H)D with academic, social, and personal success.

Program Objectives include: LD Specific Academic Remediation, Physical Activity, Health and Nutrition, and Personal Health and Wellness

Schools:
Lester B. Pearson C.I
L’Amoreaux C.I.
Bendale BTI
Emery C.I.
CW Jefferys C.I.
Northview Heights S.S.

Parent Group

This 9 session Parent Group is designed to address the needs and concerns of parents of children with LD and/ or AD(H)D. This group allows parents to share their experiences, learn new strategies and receive support and encouragement from other parents.

Dates: Once/twice per month from January to June Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

For more information on any of the programs listed here, please call (416) 229-1680.