Dyslexia Awareness Collaborative
The Connecticut State Department of Education’s Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities has partnered with agencies from across Connecticut to advance a year-long Dyslexia Awareness Campaign featuring a series of coordinated activities designed to promote awareness and a shared understanding of dyslexia, with the goal of ensuring equitable student identification and support. On this page you will find information about the various activities, training and resources that are being highlighted as part of this collaborative work.
Upcoming CT- Dyslexia Awareness Collaborative Events
The Connecticut State Department of Education Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities, in partnership with the Bureau of Special Education, invites students, parents and educators to participate in the following events:
| Event Subject | Date & Time | Location | Flyer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language & Literacy Acquisition | Tuesday, January 27, 2026 6:00–7:00 p.m. | Virtual |  |
| Language and Literacy Acquisition for English Learners and Multilingual Learners | Tuesday, February 3, 2026 6:00–7:00 p.m. | Virtual |  |
| Understanding, Supporting, and Empowering Dyslexic Children | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 6:30–7:30 p.m. | Virtual |  |
| Read Across America with Carmen Agra Deedy | Friday, March 6, 2026 1:00–2:00 p.m. | Virtual |  |
- Also, in partnership with the CT State Library and Decoding Dyslexia, an Associate Education Consultant from the ODRD will be visiting libraries across Connecticut to share resources and connect with communities. Our upcoming visits are detailed in the flyer.
Photos from our Events:
Doctor Dyslexia Dude Event, Hartford Public Library
February 11, 2025