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We are proud to reflect on a successful year and present to you the 2020 Annual Report for the International Dyslexia Association – Oregon Branch. Educate, Advocate and Inspire!  

Annual Report 2020


Reclaiming RED The dreaded red, which we’ve all seen throughout our education. The red marker used to highlight the mistakes with our work is all too familiar for dyslexics around the […]

GO RED for Dyslexia!



Grab a copy of Running the Distance from the International Dyslexia Association bookstore.  All profits from book sales are 100% donated to IDA.  Keep paying it forward! Jared Blank was […]

Purchase Running the Distance Book!



Arts & Minds – Celebrating Extraordinary Dyslexics Celebrate three accomplished creatives – their remarkable work and their inspiring stories. by INTERNATIONAL DYSLEXIA ASSOCIATION – OREGON BRANCH Sat, May 22, 2021 […]

Arts & Minds



Call Scotland Great resource for all things on assistive technology with a informative section specifically on Dyslexia.  “We’ve been around since 1983 working as a Research and Development centre as well as a working Service unit. […]

Call Scotland


The Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity In this site you’ll find the latest information about a range of technological tools—from voice recognition programs that let users dictate ideas and […]

The Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity


Oregon Technology Access Program (serving all Oregon) The Oregon Technology Access Program (OTAP) provides training, information, technical assistance and resources regarding the uses of technology for children with disabilities. OTAP […]

Oregon Technology Access Program (OTAP)



An Education & Resource Center (in Portland) The Assistive Technology (AT) Lab is a new catalyst for change and inclusion in the Pacific Northwest for people with disabilities, their families, professionals, […]

Assistive Technology Lab – Community Vision


IDA Oregon is here to provide free, educational resources to families, teachers, and more. Please enjoy this webinar, “Things to Know About Assistive Technology During Distance Learning,” presented by Jamie […]

Assistive Technology – Helpful Tips


Our Award-Winning IDA Oregon Student Panel offers an interactive Assistive Technology 101 presentation that immerses participants in the tools that support students with dyslexia.     ⇒ Watch Assistive Technology VIDEO […]

Assistive Technology 101



Grads Striving Beyond: Running the Distance Scholarship Fund by Imaan Mohandessi                    

Grads Striving Beyond


Grab some awesome Running the Distance apparel and support the Running the Distance Scholarship fund for local students.  In addition, a portion will also go towards the support and safety […]

Running the Distance Gear!


  Running the Distance Audiobook now Available! The IDA – Oregon Branch is pleased to announce that Running the Distance is now available as an audiobook on both Google Play, […]

Running the Distance Audio Book now Available!



Voting Information for Oregon and SW Washington Recently our members have been reaching out with questions on services for voters with disabilities.  Here are some helpful links to more information […]

VOTE!


2020 Dyslexia Dash – Virtual Race October 24 – November 1 Join our local team “Running the Distance Oregon!” For details and to register, go to https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/RaceGroup-824168?raceId=9779 LOCATION AND ROUTE – ANYWHERE YOU […]

Join IDA Oregon team for Dyslexia Dash (virtual race)


For parents, teachers and specialists seeking learning materials in these ever-changing times, we offer some options for distance learning with dyslexia. These resources are curated by our mission partners and […]

Resources for Education during Distance Learning



Thank you for the interest…as of May 26, 2020 we are no longer accepting applications. If you are struggling with the impacts of this crisis financially, emotionally, or physically, You […]

Covid-19 Relief Funds for Families and Educators!





Help the IDA Oregon Branch Student Empowerment Group launch the “You Are Not Alone“ campaign! Post a picture on Instagram or Facebook and incorporate the words ”You Are Not Alone!” […]

You Are Not Alone


Thank you Scanning Pens for your collaboration and your involvement in our community.  Together we are making a difference! #SucceedWithDyslexia Check out this video that highlights our growing community around […]

Local Video – “It Takes a Community”


View our local Service Provider Referral List – Click Here IDA members include experts who offer a variety of services. These services include assessment, legal assistance, advocacy, speech-language therapy, academic language therapy, […]

Looking for a local tutor? Need a diagnosis?




Dyslexia Family Day at the IDA Conference in Portland, Oregon Nov 7, 2019: 8am – 8pm Oregon Convention Center Enjoy a day of listening, learning and inspiration by dyslexia experts from […]

Dyslexia Family Day @IDA Conference!


IDA Oregon – SW Washington Student Dyslexia Card– Created just for students! Download and print this card to help you talk to your teachers. Fold in half for easy access. Keep […]

SW Washington Student Dyslexia Card



IDA Oregon – Student Dyslexia Card– Created just for students! Download and print this card to help you talk to your teachers. Fold in half for easy access. Keep it […]

Oregon Student Dyslexia Card





Learn more about Assistive Technology for Dyslexia.  For people with dyslexia, Assistive Technology (AT) provides tools that ease the demands of reading and writing.  

Assistive Technology



IDA Oregon Accommodations Flyer – Created just for students!  Download this flyer to help you Communicate your Accommodations to your teachers! Self Advocacy – Students must advocate for themselves in […]

IDA Oregon Accommodations Flyer



The SAT and ACT are tests used for undergraduate college admissions.  Both tests are heavily dependent on reading and are very long, and consequently, they can be challenging for people […]

Accommodations for SAT and ACT



The IDA Oregon Branch is proud to be a sponsoring a pre-conference symposia session at the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) at the 2019 Reading, Literacy & Learning Conference. DyslexiaCon19 will […]

Dyslexia Spells Success!




Documentary – It’s Never Too Late. In 2018, Dr. Pamela Mears created a short documentary, It’s Never Too Late, which shares the heartfelt story of two adults that learned to […]

It’s Never Too Late!








  The law: requires the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to designate a Dyslexia Specialist to provide school districts with support and resources to assist students with dyslexia and their […]

Oregon Dyslexia Legislation Update 2019 Video


We are proud to reflect on a successful year and present to you the 2019 Annual Report for the International Dyslexia Association – Oregon Branch. Educate, Advocate and Inspire!

Annual Report 2019


“I am running until everyone can read!” – Jared Blank MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!  I raised over $50,000 for the International Dyslexia Association!!! I am BEYOND grateful that we have reached the fundraising […]

Jared Blank