Awards

Learning Disabilities Association of Arkansas
7509 Cantrell Road, Suite 103C
Little Rock, AR 72207
501-666-8777

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State Awards

Each year during our Annual Meeting in November, we recognize Arkansas students who are facing the challenges of having a learning disability and/or attention deficit disorder, and honor them for their hard work and perseverance toward achieving their academic and life goals. In addition, we are looking for individuals who have been an inspiration to you for their dedication and commitment to making a difference in the lives of students and/or adults with learning disabilities.

Please consider honoring someone from your school district or community by nominating them for one of the awards listed below. Individuals may be nominated for more than one category if eligible. The awards committee will send an acknowledgment to all nominees submitted. You may contact the LDAA office for more information 501-666-8777.

Student of the Year

This award will be given to a student who faces the challenges of having a learning disability and has demonstrated academic perseverance and integrity; and serves as a role model to his/her peers. The

recipient of this award may attend a public or parochial school. Deadline October 1, 2008.

Parent of the Year
The recipient of this award may be a parent or guardian of a student with a learning disability, who has demonstrated an understanding of learning disabilities, and has provided assistance, support, or encouragement to others in their school system or community. Deadline October 1, 2008.

Ralph D. Norman Scholarship Award

The Ralph D. Norman Scholarship was established on December 2, 1983. Ralph D. and Phoebe Norman made a donation to be used as seed money to help young adults with learning disabilities to transition to total independence. The Ralph D. Norman Scholarship provides awards that enable students to use the monies for tutor, learning aids, job coaching, and college tuition. This is for Arkansas residents only. Deadline April 1, 2009. Click here for an application.

LDA International Conference Scholarship

The recipient of this award is an educator who works with children who have learning disabilities. Serving students with special needs is a primary challenge for teachers. The LDA International Conference can provide invaluable information for teachers as they seek to serve all students. The award includes: conference registration, lodging and travel expenses. The expenses will be reimbursed following the conference. Total award not to exceed $1000. Deadline December 15, 2008.

Teacher of the Year

The recipient of this award may be a special education or regular education teacher who (1) has demonstrated his/her knowledge, skill and sensitivity in teaching students with learning disabilities, (2) often goes above and beyond what is normally expected in his/her profession, (3) serves as a role model and inspiration to his/her colleagues. Please provide specific examples and details. Deadline October 1, 2008.

Administrator of the Year

The recipient of this award may be an individual in an administrative position such as a principal, director, supervisor, or department chair, who (1) has demonstrated an understanding of students with learning disabilities, (2) displays sensitivity when interacting with students, parents and teachers, and (3) has shown their support of programs or services that increase the educational opportunities for students with learning disabilities. Please provide specific examples and details. Deadline October 1, 2008.

Outstanding Service Award

The recipient of this award may be a business,

organization, agency or individual who (1) has
educated the general public on the characteristics, unique needs, strengths and potential of children or adults with learning disabilities, or (2) provides exceptional support services to children or adults with learning disabilities,

or (3) has made a contribution to
the mission of LDA of Arkansas. Deadline October 1, 2008.