Free Lectures
ANDEEL TEACHER LITERACY INSTITUTE
Dyslexia: Let's Talk About It
Join our free monthly conversations for parents, educators, and allies, hosted by our Director and Co-Founder, Jeanine Phillips, in her session “Dyslexia: Let’s Talk About It.” These sessions are held every third Thursday of the month, available both online and in-person at our Center.
LIVE Lecture with Q&A
AVAILABLE IN PERSON & VIRTUALLY
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Thursdays:
November 20, 2025
January 15, 2026
February 19, 2026
March 19, 2026
April 16, 2026
May 21, 2026
June 18, 2026
July 16, 2026
August 20, 2026
September 17, 2026
October 15, 2026
November 19, 2026
December 17, 2026
Experience Dyslexia® – A Simulation
Experience a simulation that allows participants to learn firsthand what it’s like to have dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia and other neurodiverse conditions.
Simulation at our Center
IN PERSON ONLY
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Thursdays:
January 8, 2026
March 12, 2026
April 30, 2026
July 30, 2026
September 3, 2026
November 12, 2026
“I've had dyslexia training before, but this is the first time that it made sense. It made me think about why my students do what they do. This simulation connected all the dots for me.”
– Clayton Bradley
Let’s Talk ADHD
with Dr. Janelle Tidemann PhD., LCP
Independent School Psychologist for Phillips Fundamental Learning Center
“ADHD: If we could just harness this energy, we’d all be rich.”
The reality is that ADHD needs to be understood in the classroom, on the playing field and other stimulating environments.
Discover the strengths and superpowers of ADHD,
and how to manage the energy.
Dr. Tidemann is a specialist who can help you understand your ADHD child.
LIVE LECTURE with Q&A
IN PERSON & VIRTUALLY
5:30 p.m.
Tuesdays:
January 6, 2026
April 7, 2026
June 30. 2026
Dr. Janelle Tidemann PhD., LCP
specializes in testing children and adults for learning disorders to include dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and nonverbal learning disorder. She also specializes in testing for attention disorders and other neurodevelopmental and neurocognitive disorders. She can also evaluate for ACT or SAT accommodations so that students can perform to the best of their ability. She has a doctorate in Psychology and Post-Doctorate in Clinical Neuropsychology.
Dyslexia Advocacy Lecture
This is a lecture designed for parents, educators, and allies, hosted by Barb Orsi, an Advocate for children with Dyslexia.
Every fourth Thursday of the month, this free session will empower you to "know your rights" and develop actionable plans to secure appropriate education for children with dyslexia.
Join the Advocacy Lecture with Barb Orsi:
Thursday, January 22 at 5:30-6:30 p.m. CDT
This is a FREE lecture.
Register now: jsmith@funlearn.org
VIRTUAL ONLY
Upcoming Lecture
Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:30-6:30 p.m. CDT
Learn how to:
- better understand your rights in the education system.
- develop an advocacy plan for students with dyslexia and learning differences.
- navigate the system to secure the best education for your child.
This lecture connects the pieces of the education system,
giving you a clear road map to advocate with confidence and clarity.
Barb Orsi
– Advocate for Children with Dyslexia
Barb Orsi, a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) and parent advocate, specializes in guiding families through IEP and 504 meetings, helping them understand testing results, and empowering parents to advocate for their children. With training from William and Mary Law School and Wrightslaw workshops, Barb brings extensive expertise in educational rights and advocacy.
Virtual Lecture via Zoom
(Includes Q&A)
FREE lecture
5:30-6:30 p.m. CDT
Upcoming Dates:
Thursdays:
January 22, 2026
February 26, 2026
March 26, 2026
April 23, 2026
May 28, 2026
June 25, 2026
July 23, 2026
August 27, 2026
September 24, 2026
October 22, 2026