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We are happy you found IDA of Northern Ohio (NOBIDA).

We are a branch of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), the premier non-profit literacy organization dedicated to the dissemination and implementation of evidence-based, quantitative research in literacy instruction.

Literacy instruction is influenced by qualitative and quantitative research. Learn which studies have helped influence informed decisions on literacy instruction.


Welcome, from the President

NOBIDA consists of an all-volunteer Board of Directors and Advisory Council including educators, researchers, parents, and advocates.

We are a community of individuals, a network not a physical location, offering hope, education, and the opportunity for personal success to people with dyslexia and those that interact with them in Northeastern Ohio.  

Our offerings include workshops for educators and parents, an annual symposium, dyslexia simulations, and many other resources.

Enthusiastic about our mission, we pledge to work tirelessly until everyone can read.

Reach out today and we will help you find the resources you need. 


Branch News

Our 35th Annual Symposium Events are open for registration!

Learn about our virtual 35th Annual Symposium and in person for our Founders’ Dinner. 

35th Annual Symposium: The Next Chapter, Ohio’s Dyslexia Law

Virtual and on-demand access begins Thursday, September 28, 2023.

The Next Chapter: Ohio’s Dyslexia Law includes presentations related to best practices and methods for universal screening, intervention, and remediation highlighted in Ohio’s Dyslexia Guidebook.

Find Event Details HERE

Register Now!


OH HB 436 requirements for Ohio school districts go into effect for the 2023-24 school years. 

Find ALL OH Literacy Initiative Updates (Funding, Dyslexia screeners, and guidebook) HERE.

In order to understand the implementation and optimism around HB 436, we encourage you to learn about Structured Literacy Curricula. 

If you have further questions about Structured Literacy and NOBIDA’s resources, please reach out.

Thank you,

Jennifer Scaffidi, M.Ed., CALT

NOBIDA Board President


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