LDA of Illinois Immigration Policy
The Learning Disabilities Association of Illinois firmly stands with our immigrant families with children with disabilities. The mission of the
May 19, 2025
Recent News from LDA of Illinois:
[5/13/2026] State of Illinois Legislative Update
Bills Pending in the Illinois General Assembly Pertaining to Education 2026 Prepared by Bev Johns, 5/13/26 House Bill 4068— Crawford.
May 19, 2025
Learning Disabilities Association of Illinois Position on the Need for Appropriate Special Education Services for Students in Need of Them
The Learning Disabilities Association is very committed to ensuring that students with disabilities receive the services they need. Articles have
March 13, 2023
Janet Lerner Membership Scholarship
The family of Dr. Janet Lerner, pioneer preeminent researcher in the field of learning disabilities, has graciously awarded scholarship funds for parents
February 20, 2022
News from the LDA National Organization:
Mental Health Awareness Month: Why It Matters for Individuals with Learning Disabilities
By Rachel Krueger Each May, Mental Health Awareness Month gives us a chance to reflect on something that affects so many people. For those with
May 7, 2026
LDA Mourns the Passing of Dr. Larry B. Silver
Larry B. Silver, M.D., a pioneering child and adolescent psychiatrist, renowned author, and tireless advocate for children with learning disabilities and ADHD, passed away on
April 14, 2026
LDA’s Statement on Disparaging Comments About Individuals with LD
The Learning Disabilities Association of America stands with NCLD in condemning recent remarks made by the Administration suggesting that someone with a learning disability should
March 17, 2026
LDA’s Position on the 21st Century Dyslexia Act
The 21st Century Dyslexia Act is proposed bipartisan federal legislation (H.R. 6052, S. 3010) designed to alter how public schools identify and support students with
February 2, 2026
News from LDA’s Healthy Children Project:
Take Action on Lead Poisoning: A Conversation with Impacted Parents and Lawmakers
This webinar is for parents, educators, community health workers, policy makers and anyone else who wants to protect children’s brain health and learning potential. Hear
November 12, 2025
Scientists Unite on How to Protect Children from Toxic Contributors to Autism
We have the opportunity to reduce cases of autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental conditions by banning the use of chemicals
September 23, 2025
How to lower the arsenic in your family’s rice
A daily staple for many families, rice has hidden health risks. The Learning Disabilities Association participated in another food testing project with Healthy Babies Bright
May 22, 2025
PFAS Chemicals
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals are used to make materials grease and water-resistant. These chemicals are also harmful to our health and are nicknamed
April 14, 2025