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:
Dyslexia in Connecticut: Definitions, Profiles, and Misconceptions
Join Dr. Margie B. Gillis for a virtual session exploring what dyslexia is and what it is not. Participants will learn about the definition and characteristics of dyslexia, the wide range of ways it can present across learners, common misconceptions, and its connection to reading development. This session is designed to build a shared, accurate understanding of dyslexia and help participants better recognize and discuss the range of learner profiles and needs.
Date and Time: Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Registration now open. For additional information, review the Dyslexia in CT: Definitions, Profiles and Misconceptions flyer.
The Reading Brain: Why Understanding Dyslexia and Its Intervention Matters
In honor of Dyslexia Awareness Month, join Dr. Maryanne Wolf for a virtual session exploring the neuroscience of reading and why learning to read unfolds differently for individuals with dyslexia. Participants will examine how the brain learns to read, consider how outdated perceptions of dyslexia can affect learners, and explore how multicomponent intervention can support the varied needs of dyslexic readers. This session is designed to deepen understanding of dyslexia and the role of targeted, differentiated instruction in improving outcomes. See flyer for details and registration information.
Date and Time: Tuesday, October 21, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.
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