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:
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| Assistive Technology Summit | Friday, March 27, 2026 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | 33 Coventry St. Hartford, CT 06112 |
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| Night at the Rink | Saturday, April 18, 2026 6:00 p.m. | MassMutual Center 1277 Main Street Springfield, MA 01103 |
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| Hopeville: How to Win the Reading Wars | Wednesday, April 29, 2026 5:00–8:00 p.m. | Central Connecticut State University Barnard Hall — Community Room 1615 Stanley Street New Britain, CT 06050 |
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| Honoring Those Who Inspire Us: An Evening with Jordan Toma | Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:15–7:00 p.m. | Coginchaug Regional High School Auditorium 135 Pickett Lane, Durham, CT 06422 |
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- 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.
Join us as we honor the incredible women who have made a lasting impact in dyslexia research, education, and advocacy, while also celebrating the joy of reading in all its forms: print, digital, and audio.
Please take a moment to review the document, which recognizes two influential women advocates whose work has helped shape our understanding of dyslexia and has supported countless learners. There’s more to come! Stay tuned for Week 4, when we’ll spotlight Connecticut-based advocates making an impact close to home.
Our reading poll is still open, and we’d love to hear from you! How do you enjoy reading?
Cast your vote and see how others are responding.
Here’s a quick snapshot of what our poll participants have shared so far!
Photos from our Events:
Doctor Dyslexia Dude Event, Hartford Public Library
February 11, 2025