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:
July 17
August 21
September 18
October 16
November 20
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A Walk in Their Shoes: Simulation
Experience “A Walk in Their Shoes.” We offer impactful simulations that allow participants to experience firsthand what it’s like to have dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia and other neurodiversity.
Simulation at our Center
IN PERSON ONLY
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Thursdays:
September 11
November 6
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:
September 23, 2025
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, and Amy Trombetti, SPEDCO CEO/Founder & Administrative Specialist.
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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 and Amy Trombetti:
Thursday, July 24 at 5:30-6:30 p.m. CDT
This is a FREE lecture.
Register now: jsmith@funlearn.org
VIRTUAL ONLY
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Upcoming lecture dates:
Thursday, August 28 and Thursday, September 25
Learn how to:
- 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 helps you understand better the disability law related to dyslexia in Kansas.
Virtual Lecture via Zoom
(Includes Q&A)
FREE lecture
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5:30-7:30 p.m. CDT
Upcoming Dates:
July 24
August 28
September 25
October 23
November 20
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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 to 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.
Amy Trombetti
– SPEDCO CEO/Founder
& Administrative Specialist
Amy Trombetti brings extensive expertise in special education, charter school administration, and compliance. As the founder of Special Education Consulting Services (SPEDCO), she is an invaluable resource for parents and educators, offering expertise in conflict resolution, complaint investigations, and Federal Title Programs to support effective advocacy action plans.