Parents
This section of the site deals with important considerations related to school and your child’s needs for specialized education.
“How can I work with my child’s teachers to make the most of school?”
Your child can thrive at school when teachers and you work together effectively. Download the following document to learn more about how you ensure your child’s needs can be addressed quickly and that the needs of parents, school personnel, and students are reflected in any decision-making process.
“Will my child be able to attend college or university?”
The short answer is “yes” but there are many factors to consider including whether or not your child wants to attend college or university. Download the following document to learn more about how adolescents with learning disabilities should explore as many postsecondary options as possible, and make choices that will suit their individual strengths, interests and goals.
“How can I ensure my child gets the education and treatment he or she needs to fulfill his or her potential?”
LDA Canada has a number of excellent resources on its website to help you, as a parent of a child with learning disabilities, become the very best advocate for your child. The following links will provide the information and guidance you will need to play this important role as effectively as possible:

