The Association of LD Schools

Connecting and Supporting LD Schools and the People in Them
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Our Mission

"The mission of ALDS is to connect and support schools that specialize in education for students with learning differences such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and executive dysfunction.  By providing collaboration, education, and networking opportunities, ALDS supports member schools in their goal of advancing practice through individual and collective growth"

Our mission would not be possible without our Sponsors

What Our Schools Provide

ALDS schools are a unique environment where students have the opportunity to shine.  They foster a strong sense of community belonging, where students are valued for their individual learning styles, and parents are active collaborators in their educational journey.  Students are taught the way they learn best, using highly effective and personalized instruction backed by research for neurodiverse learners.  Our schools teach bright, talented, and creative students who learn differently to believe in themselves, helping them to build confidence and unleash their true potential.  Graduates of ALDS schools emerge as successful adults equipped with the skills needed to thrive in our ever-evolving world.
Expert Faculty
ALDS schools are committed to providing their faculty with research-based training ensuring all teachers have a deep understanding of their students varying needs. With this training, faculty can provide a customized educational approach to learning for every student. 
Personalized Support
At ALDS schools, students benefit from personalized instruction and targeted interventions to meet their individual needs. Grounded in the Science of Reading, our schools ensure students receive the best research has to offer empowering them to excel and thrive. 
Unleashed Potential
We know that each student has their own unique gifts and talents. ALDS schools help students identify and embrace these talents in ways they never dreamed possible. In doing so, we foster an environment where students not only excel academically but also discover their true potential.