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A Mind Like Mine: Inside the World of Kids with Learning Disabilities and ADHD
Join Jake Sussman for an interactive and engaging program to learn proactive strategies for parents and educators to empower kids with learning disabilities. By sharing his own story of tackling learning differences, Jake instills hope and resilience in his audience, demonstrating that challenges can be transformed into real superpowers.
Topics include:
- Embracing how you learn
- Becoming a better self-advocate
- Finding healthy outlets
- Managing time
Jake Sussman is a Westport native and founder of Superpower Mentors, a mentorship platform that has facilitated more than 7,000 sessions, connecting youth to neurodiverse mentors worldwide. With a wealth of experience and expertise, Jake has spoken across the nation working with parents and educators on how to best reach the next generation of youth with learning disabilities.
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