EVENTS

We offer a variety of programs, including our Annual College Panel, Spring Conference, and Fall Symposium, all aimed at promoting literacy and providing valuable resources to our community. We invite you to explore our calendar and join us in our mission to empower those with dyslexia.

UPCOMING EVENTS

2026 HBIDA Art Contest
Mon, Aug 17
Virtual Event
HBIDA’s Annual Art Contest will kickoff in August 2026. This year’s theme, My Brain is a Superpower, celebrates creativity, imagination, and big thinking – highlighting the unique strengths of every learner.
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HBIDA Annual Fall Conference 2026
Sat, Sep 26
The Briarwood School
Join us on Saturday, September 26th, 2026, for the HBIDA Annual Fall Conference! The conference will be held at The Briarwood School from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided, and participants can earn 5 CEU's (ALTA/TSHA). Registration closes on Wednesday, September 17th.
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Welcome back to school, Houston!

The Houston Branch IDA is excited to welcome our amazing teachers, wonderful students, and dedicated parents back for another school year! We hope you’re ready for a year filled with exciting learning, new experiences, lasting friendships, and plenty of moments worth celebrating! Teachers, thank you for all you do and continuing to learn more about structured literacy and implementing best practices for all students. Students, bring your curiosity, your persistence, and gri

24 hours ago1 min read

A Legacy of Advocacy, A Future of Possibility

Ending another school year can be a time for reflection and celebration as we look back on student growth, challenges overcome, and meaningful memories created throughout the year. As I reflect and celebrate the close of this school year, I am also reminded of members of the Houston Branch of IDA who left a lasting impact on our community. Peggy Engman - A former HBIDA board member, was one of those remarkable individuals whose influence continues to be felt by so many. Last

Jun 12 min read

Recap: A Morning of Insight and Impact at the Virtual Spring Dyslexia Conference

On Friday, March 27, 2026, dyslexia therapists, language professionals, teachers, advocates, and more gathered virtually for the Houston Branch of the International Dyslexia Association’s (HBIDA) Annual Spring Conference. Participants in the Houston area and beyond were energized from a powerful day of impactful sessions centered on supporting students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, executive function difficulties, ADHD, and more. Not only did conference attendees have the opport

Apr 223 min read

Language is Everything

The Houston Branch International Dyslexia Association (HBIDA) kicked off another exciting school year by hosting its annual Fall Symposium! Thanks to a wonderful partnership with the University of St. Thomas, the event took place in-person on campus on Saturday, September 20, 2025 bringing together a full day of learning, networking, and sharing resources. It was especially meaningful to see this organization welcomed by such a well-respected and academically rigorous institu

Nov 13, 20253 min read

Fact or Myth Cards Now Available

To continue with our Dylexia Awareness Month celebration, we introduce our Fact or Myth cards. You can use these cards at your next staff meeting or PTO meeting to see what you do and do not know, yet! Blank cards are provided for you to add more facts or myths. It will amaze you on how much you already know or what you can learn more about.

Oct 24, 20251 min read