BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Hillside School & Center for Dyslexia - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://hillsidelearning.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Hillside School & Center for Dyslexia REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20210314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20211107T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260212T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260212T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20260126T205551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T212014Z UID:7898-1770899400-1770901200@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Understanding Assessments: From Screening to Diagnosis DESCRIPTION:Families receive a wide range of assessment reports over the course of their child’s education\, but understanding what those reports mean\, when to ask questions\, and what steps to take next can feel overwhelming. This HillTopics presentation is designed to help parents make sense of the assessment process\, from early screening through more comprehensive evaluations. \nJill Michaud\, Head of Hillside School & Center for Dyslexia\, will begin with an overview of DIBELS mCLASS\, the universal screening and progress monitoring tool used in elementary schools across BVSD and SVVSD. Parents will learn how to read the reports they receive\, what the scores indicate\, when concerns may arise\, and what questions are helpful to ask. \nLisa Costello\, a school and clinical psychologist and Director of the Zarlengo Foundation Learning Evaluation Center\, will discuss the different types of evaluations families may consider to better understand their child’s unique learning profile\, with a special focus on psychoeducational evaluations and how they can support your child’s learning and growth. \nTogether\, this presentation will break down the assessment process in a clear\, practical way\, empowering parents to better understand the information they receive and make informed decisions about support for their child. URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/understanding-assessments-from-screening-to-diagnosis/ LOCATION:Hillside School & Center for Dyslexia\, 6620 Gunpark Drive\, Boulder\, CO\, 80301\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20251007T194108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T194108Z UID:7814-1767875400-1767879000@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Ask the Expert: Special Education Advocate Jessica Diamond DESCRIPTION:Ask the Expert: Special Education Advocate Jessica Diamond\nUnderstanding Your Rights\, Roles\, and Resources in Special Education \nNavigating special education can feel overwhelming for families — from evaluations and IEPs to accommodations and advocacy. Join us for an Ask the Expert session with Jessica Diamond\, a seasoned Special Education Advocate\, to gain clarity and confidence in supporting your child’s educational journey. \nJessica will share insights on how to effectively collaborate with your child’s school while ensuring their individual learning needs and rights are supported. \nTopics will include: \n\n\nWhat to expect during the evaluation and IEP process \n\n\nHow to communicate effectively with your child’s school team \n\n\nThe role of an advocate in supporting families and students \n\n\nKey laws and resources every parent should know \n\n\nBring your questions! This is an opportunity to learn from an expert\, connect with other parents\, and walk away with practical tools to help your child thrive. URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/ask-the-expert-special-education-advocate-jessica-diamond/ LOCATION:Hillside School & Center for Dyslexia\, 6620 Gunpark Drive\, Boulder\, CO\, 80301\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251113T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251113T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20251007T193857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T165429Z UID:7812-1763037000-1763040600@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:The Fear of Failing: How It Impacts Executive Function DESCRIPTION:The Fear of Failing: How It Impacts Executive Function\nPresented by Brandon Slade & Maddie Webb\, Untapped Learning \nWhy do capable students sometimes freeze before starting a project\, turn in work late because it’s “not quite ready\,” or shut down when things don’t go as planned? Often\, it isn’t a lack of motivation — it’s the fear of failing. \nBrandon Slade and Maddie Webb from Untapped Learning will explore how fear and self-doubt can interfere with the brain’s executive function — the set of skills that helps students plan\, organize\, manage time\, and follow through. When fear takes the driver’s seat\, it can lead to procrastination\, avoidance\, and burnout. \nBrandon and Maddie will share practical strategies they use every day with students to transform that fear into confidence and progress. Parents and educators will learn how to: \n\nCreate structure and routines that make “doing school” more manageable\nTeach students to plan\, prioritize\, and recover from mistakes\nEncourage growth\, resilience\, and a healthy relationship with challenge\n\nJoin us for a conversation that will help you better understand what’s happening beneath the surface — and how to support students in taking risks\, trying again\, and building confidence that lasts. URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/executive-function/ LOCATION:Hillside School & Center for Dyslexia\, 6620 Gunpark Drive\, Boulder\, CO\, 80301\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251009T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251009T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20250930T163726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T163839Z UID:7807-1760013000-1760016600@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Understanding Dyslexia (click here for description) DESCRIPTION:📅 Thursday\, October 9th @12:30 \nIf your child is struggling with reading\, writing\, or spelling\, you may wonder if it could be dyslexia—or what dyslexia really means. This session is designed just for parents\, to give you clear\, supportive information you can use right away. \n✨ What dyslexia is (and isn’t)Dyslexia is a common learning difference that makes reading and writing harder—but it does not mean a child isn’t smart or motivated. In fact\, many kids with dyslexia are highly creative\, insightful\, and capable learners. \n✨ How it can show up in schoolDyslexia often affects reading and spelling\, but it can also make writing—and even math (like remembering math facts or solving word problems)—more challenging. Knowing the signs can help you better understand your child’s experience. \n✨ What really helpsResearch shows that with the right kind of instruction\, kids with dyslexia can thrive. We’ll share what works best\, and how parents can partner with schools and teachers to support their child’s success. \nThis is a chance to get clear answers\, ease worries\, and feel more confident about how to help your child. URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/understanding-dyslexia/ LOCATION:Hillside School & Center for Dyslexia\, 6620 Gunpark Drive\, Boulder\, CO\, 80301\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250211T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250211T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20250108T182609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T182609Z UID:7292-1739277000-1739280600@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:The Dyslexic Learner & The Science of Reading DESCRIPTION:Kathy Sherman will break down common questions about the dyslexic learner:\n\n  * Plain talk about dyslexia\n  * What dyslexia can impact beyond reading\n  * The difference between I can’t and I won’t\n  * The ten most important things every parent should know about dyslexia\n  * Q&A\n\nPresenter: Kathy Sherman\, MA\, Hillside School\nKathy’s lifelong passion for working with children who learn differently has led her to study and integrate the principles of neuroscience into her and the school’s work as a way to better understand all aspects of a child’s learning dynamic and well-being. URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/the-dyslexic-learner-the-science-of-reading-2/ LOCATION:Boulder JCC\, 6007 Oreg Ave.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80303\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250108T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250108T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20240911T185754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T185754Z UID:7250-1736339400-1736343000@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Advocating for Special Education Students DESCRIPTION:Advocating for Special Education Students \nJoin us back in person with Jessica Diamond\, Owner of Advocating for Solutions\, LLC. In this one-hour session\, Jessica will cover the difference between 504 and IEP plans and tips on how to advocate for your student. \nCome with questions because Jessica will allow time to ask specific questions from the audience. \nAbout Jessica: \nJessica developed a passion for Special Education Advocacy after navigating the process for her own children. Seeing firsthand the struggles families face and the tools/resources that can help bring successful outcomes\, she began working with other families. Jessica has a varied background in the business world from non-profit start-ups to marketing/sales in the healthcare industry. Her strong analytical skills to collect and interpret data combined with strong negotiation and communication skills has led to many successful outcomes for students and families. Jessica believes in continuous training to better support families. She has attended training from Peter Wright (Special Education Attorney Thought Leader) with WrightsLaw on Special Education Law & Advocacy and is a member of COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates). \nhttps://www.advocatingforsolutions.com/ URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/advocating-for-special-education-students/ LOCATION:Boulder JCC\, 6007 Oreg Ave.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80303\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241113T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241113T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20240911T185529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T185636Z UID:7248-1731501000-1731504600@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Assistive Technology for Your Dyslexic Learner DESCRIPTION:Assistive technology for someone without a learning difference can make their life easier\, but for a student with dyslexia\, it levels the playing field and makes things possible.\n\nCome learn about the technology available to assist students and how and when to use them. Becca will answer common questions about assistive technology while showcasing the latest tools that you can implement at home and at school. Bring a notebook\, this presentation is packed with a lot of takeaways!\n\nHere are some of the things she will highlight:\n\n\nRead and Write for Google\nAlternative Access to Written Materials\nVisual Supports\nAlternative Demonstration of Knowledge\nExecutive Functioning\nNote Taking\nMath Supports\nChromebook Accessibility Features\nArtificial Intelligence\n\n\nPresenter: Becca Stenzel\, Occupational Therapist\, Boulder Valley School District Assistive Technology Team URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/assistive-technology-for-your-dyslexic-learner-2/ LOCATION:Boulder JCC\, 6007 Oreg Ave.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80303\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241009T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241009T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20240911T185318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T171750Z UID:7246-1728477000-1728480600@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Improving Executive Function Skills DESCRIPTION:Improving Executive Function Skills\n\nJoin us in person at the Boulder JCC with Brandon Slade from Untapped Learning. In this one-hour session\, Brandon will cover:\n\n\nWhat executive function is;\nHow to develop executive function skills;\nHow to “do school”;\nAnd how parents can support their students.\n\n\nCome with questions because Brandon will be leaving time to ask specific questions from the audience. URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/improving-executive-function-skills-2/ LOCATION:Boulder JCC\, 6007 Oreg Ave.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80303\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240911T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240911T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20240905T184805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T184805Z UID:7236-1726057800-1726061400@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Dyslexia Diagnosis - What's Next? DESCRIPTION:Has someone in your family recently been diagnosed with dyslexia or showing signs that they could be dyslexic? Join us for this casual round table as Kathy Sherman shares valuable insights and tips on supporting a dyslexic student at home and at school. Come with your list of questions as you’ll have the opportunity to ask them directly during the discussion. \nDon’t miss out on this chance to learn\, share\, and connect with others. All are welcome – this is a free event open to the public. \nPresenter: Kathy Sherman\, Hillside School URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/dyslexia-diagnosis-whats-next/ LOCATION:Boulder JCC\, 6007 Oreg Ave.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80303\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240410T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240410T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20230913T174035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T174035Z UID:7019-1712752200-1712755800@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Transitions DESCRIPTION: URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/transitions/ LOCATION:CO END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240214T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240214T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20230913T173930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T173930Z UID:7017-1707913800-1707917400@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:The Dyslexic Learner & The Science of Reading DESCRIPTION: URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/the-dyslexic-learner-the-science-of-reading/ LOCATION:CO END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240108T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240108T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20230913T173658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T153507Z UID:7015-1704717000-1704720600@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Advocating for Special Ed Students: 504 and IEP Plans DESCRIPTION: URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/advocating-for-special-ed-students-504-and-iep-plans/ LOCATION:Boulder JCC\, 6007 Oreg Ave.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80303\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231011T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231011T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20230913T173511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T173511Z UID:7012-1697027400-1697031000@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Assistive Technology for the Dyslexic Learner DESCRIPTION:When you hear the words ‘assistive technology’ do you wonder where to begin to unwrap all that is involved? When to begin using assistive technology? Will using assistive technology keep my child from learning skills like how to read or write? Join Becca Stenzel\, Occupational Therapist\, Boulder Valley School District Assistive Technology Team\, as she shares information on the following: \n Differences among devices (tablet\, computer\, Chromebook)\n Various tools and services available for students to use with their academic work\n When to use assistive technology and when to put it to the side \nPresenter: Becca Stenzel\, Occupational Therapist\, Boulder Valley School District Assistive Technology Team URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/assistive-technology-for-the-dyslexic-learner/ LOCATION:Boulder JCC\, 6007 Oreg Ave.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80303\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230913T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230913T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20230831T062101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T063419Z UID:7002-1694608200-1694611800@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Improving Executive Function Skills DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at the Boulder JCC to kick off our 2023-24 HillTopics season with Brandon Slade from Untapped Learning. In this one-hour session\, Brandon will cover: \n\nWhat executive function is;\nHow to develop executive function skills;\nHow to “do school”;\nAnd how parents can support their students.\n\nCome with questions because Brandon will be leaving time to ask specific questions from the audience. URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/improving-executive-function-skills/ LOCATION:Boulder JCC\, 6007 Oreg Ave.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80303\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230411T013000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230411T013000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20221012T052525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T045147Z UID:6824-1681176600-1681176600@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Assistive Technology for Your Dyslexic Learner DESCRIPTION:When you hear the words ‘assistive technology’ do you wonder where to begin to unwrap all that is involved? When to begin using assistive technology? Will using assistive technology keep my child from learning skills like how to read or write? Join Becca Stenzel\, Occupational Therapist\, Boulder Valley School District Assistive Technology Team\, as she shares information on the following:\n\nDifferences among devices (tablet\, computer\, Chromebook)\nVarious tools and services available for students to use with their academic work\nWhen to use assistive technology and when to put it to the side URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/assistive-technology-for-your-dyslexic-learner/ LOCATION:Elevations Credit Union Corporate Headquarters\, 1 Environmental Way\, Broomfield\, CO\, 80020\, US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230314T013000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230314T013000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20221012T052526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T055445Z UID:6825-1678757400-1678757400@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:The Dyslexic Learner: What dyslexia is and how it impacts learning DESCRIPTION: URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/the-dyslexic-learner-what-dyslexia-is-and-how-it-impacts-learning/ LOCATION:Elevations Credit Union Corporate Headquarters\, 1 Environmental Way\, Broomfield\, CO\, 80020\, US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230214T003000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230214T003000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20221012T052527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T052731Z UID:6826-1676334600-1676334600@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Undertanding Your Student's Learning Evaluation DESCRIPTION: URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/undertanding-your-students-learning-evaluation/ LOCATION:Elevations Credit Union Corporate Headquarters\, 1 Environmental Way\, Broomfield\, CO\, 80020\, US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230110T003000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230110T003000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20221012T052529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T052732Z UID:6827-1673310600-1673310600@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Advocating for Special Education Students: 504 and IEP plans DESCRIPTION: URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/advocating-for-special-education-students-504-and-iep-plans/ LOCATION:Elevations Credit Union Corporate Headquarters\, 1 Environmental Way\, Broomfield\, CO\, 80020\, US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221108T003000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221108T013000 DTSTAMP:20260430T192012 CREATED:20221012T052530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T052733Z UID:6828-1667867400-1667871000@hillsidelearning.org SUMMARY:Executive Function Strategies DESCRIPTION: URL:https://hillsidelearning.org/hilltopics/executive-function-strategies/ LOCATION:Elevations Credit Union Corporate Headquarters\, 1 Environmental Way\, Broomfield\, CO\, 80020\, US END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR