2025 Summit Schedule

The Southeastern Dyslexia Summit is designed to empower, equip, and inspire. With two days of high-impact keynotes, engaging breakout sessions, and opportunities to connect with educators and advocates from across the region, SDS25 is a professional experience you won’t want to miss. Explore the full schedule below to plan your time with us.

Day 1 | Friday, September 12

    • Counting by Candlelight: A Multisensory Approach to Math — Sorrel Duncan

    • Magnolias & Metabolism: Sleep, Nutrition, and Learning — Dr. Lisa Authement

    • Roots & Results: Rankin County’s Dyslexia Model — Laurie Weathersby

    • Through the Fog: A Dyslexia Simulation — Lighthouse Academy for Dyslexia Staff

    • Crossroads of the Mind: ADHD, Dyslexia & Comorbidities — Dr. Jonathan Shook

    • Mississippi Department of Education Update — MDE Staff

Day 2 | Saturday, September 13

    • Understanding Math & Dyslexia Therapy — Sorrel Duncan

    • A.I. in Therapy Scheduling — Olivia Holley

    • Laws & Advocacy for Parents & Educators — Christin Breland

    • Comprehension at Home: Vocabulary Tools for Parents — Kayla Reggio

    • Dyslexia Simulation Experience — Lighthouse Staff