IDA Ohio Valley

06/01/2026

We would love you see you (virtually-of course) at our training at the end of the month! Zoom in wherever you are in your Summer travels for an amazing 1 hour PD session!

🙌Webinar Alert! 🙌
Designing Engaging and Effective Morphology Lessons for Students in Grades 4–8
Mary McFarlin, M.A., C-SLDS

This session focuses on the role of explicit morphology instruction within a structured literacy framework. Topics include:
• Defining morphological awareness
• The research base supporting explicit morphology instruction
• The role of morphology in reading, spelling, and vocabulary development
• Prioritizing morphemes for instruction
• Selecting high-value words for teaching
• Designing a clear, repeatable instructional routine
• Supporting learners with language-based learning differences, including dyslexia

The presentation bridges research and classroom practice by modeling practical instructional routines that educators can implement immediately!

✨Plus--PD Credit in your PJ pants? Yes, please!

05/18/2026

We are proud to sponsor the MSJ Reading Summit this year!🤩 Come join us and visit our table at the summit! 📚

05/13/2026

Informed instruction opens doors for learners with dyslexia.

🌷 Spring Forward in your classroom with IDA and strengthen your teaching with research-driven resources and a global educator network.
👉 Join IDA today: [Insert branch affiliate link]
Become a member between April 1-May 15 and use the SPRING15 discount code on the More Information page for 15% off your membership!

05/11/2026

🙌Webinar Alert! 🙌
Designing Engaging and Effective Morphology Lessons for Students in Grades 4–8
Mary McFarlin, M.A., C-SLDS

This session focuses on the role of explicit morphology instruction within a structured literacy framework. Topics include:
• Defining morphological awareness
• The research base supporting explicit morphology instruction
• The role of morphology in reading, spelling, and vocabulary development
• Prioritizing morphemes for instruction
• Selecting high-value words for teaching
• Designing a clear, repeatable instructional routine
• Supporting learners with language-based learning differences, including dyslexia

The presentation bridges research and classroom practice by modeling practical instructional routines that educators can implement immediately!

✨Plus--PD Credit in your PJ pants? Yes, please!

05/08/2026

This spring is about growth in understanding, impact, and opportunity.

🌼 Spring Forward with IDA and explore how membership connects you to trusted knowledge and a global community committed to dyslexia and literacy.
👉 Join Us today: https://ohv.dyslexiaida.org/about-us/membership/
Become a member between April 1-May 15 and use the SPRING15 discount code on the More Information page for 15% off your membership!

Membership Everyone is welcome to become a member: teachers, physicians, psychologists, speech and language therapists, parents, dyslexic individuals, college students, and concerned community members. Your membership affiliates you with one […]

05/05/2026

Mark your calendars! OVBIDA is excited to share three upcoming professional development opportunities.
Two one-hour webinars will be presented by Mary McFarlin, M.A., C-SLDS about morphology instruction. Additionally, our Fall Conference, being held virtually this year, will feature Karen Tzanetopoulos, M.S., CCC-SLP explaining the interaction of language and math.
More details about registration for these events will be shared soon!

04/27/2026

Don't just plan ahead for your summer vacation! ☀️ Our next scholarship application window will close August 9th.
See details to apply ⤵️

04/24/2026

When educators and advocates are informed, learners thrive.

🌱 Spring Forward with IDA and explore how you can create change and help move literacy forward in your area.
👉 Become a member today: https://ohv.dyslexiaida.org/about-us/membership/
Become a member between April 1-May 15 and use the SPRING15 discount code on the More Information page for 15% off your membership!

04/22/2026

📚Are you a passionate teacher?

Spring Forward in your classroom with IDA and gain access to trusted dyslexia research, professional learning, and a global community of educators.
✨ Your knowledge matters. Your impact lasts.
👉 Become an IDA member: https://ohv.dyslexiaida.org/about-us/membership/
Become a member between April 1-May 15 and use the SPRING15 discount code on the More Information page for 15% off your membership!

Membership Everyone is welcome to become a member: teachers, physicians, psychologists, speech and language therapists, parents, dyslexic individuals, college students, and concerned community members. Your membership affiliates you with one […]