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Diamonds in the Rough conference

by tigerlily115 — last modified Sep 15, 2015 06:07 PM
Diamonds in the Rough is Weinfeld Education Group's annual full-day conference in the Washington D.C.-Baltimore Metropolitan area for families of students with special learning needs in pre-K–12, and the educators and professionals who work with them. The annual event convenes national and regional speakers, who are leaders in their fields, to present information that parents, educators, advocates, and professional service providers need to help students with a variety of learning challenges reach their potential. In addition, Diamonds in the Rough brings together dozens of leading providers of educational services and products, private schools, doctors, and therapists to engage their potential clients—parents and care givers who use their services at home, school, and in the community. Sign up now through Sept 24th at http://www.diamondsintheroughconference.com and get $20 off using this coupon code:D15EB20
When Sep 26, 2015
from 08:00 AM to 04:15 PM
Where Rockville, MD
Contact Name
Contact Phone 301-681-6233
Attendees Parents, educators, and professionals in the DC area.
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This year’s theme is “Finding Clarity – Successful Strategies for Special Learners.”  

The keynote speaker is Jonathan Mooney, a dyslexic writer and activist who was labeled “severely learning disabled” in his youth, is our speaker. Although he didn’t learn to read until the age of 12, he went on to author two books, The Short Bus: A Journey Beyond Normal andLearning Outside the Lines: Two Ivy League Students with Learning Disabilities and ADHD Give You the Tools for Academic Success and Educational Revolution.  

Breakout sessions will feature prominent guest speakers and members of Weinfeld Education Group’s professional staff who will highlight a variety of topics related to special needs.  There will be a separate exhibit hall and ample time for participants to visit.  Lunch will also be held in the ballroom used as the exhibit hall. 

Weinfeld Education Group (WEG) strives to help all students reach their potential. We focus on students who face the increased obstacles presented by their learning challenges or disabilities, and are in need of special education or other educational support services. WEG assists students, families, and educators by integrating advocacy, assessment, and training services in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. 


Sign up now through Sept 24th at http://www.diamondsintheroughconference.com and get $20 off using this coupon code:D15EB20




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