Event Details
Date/Time/Location
Monday, April, 6, 2026
4:00 – 5:30PM
Online
Training Description
Children with Autism often have additional learning differences such as Dyslexia and Dysgraphia. Unfortunately, these “D’s” are frequently overlooked because the focus stays on the Autism diagnosis. This can leave students without the full support they need to succeed. In this session, Jess Arce, America’s Dyslexia Expert, will share insights from both her personal journey as a parent of children with Autism and Dyslexia and her professional experience working with families and educators nationwide. Jess has spent years helping students unlock their potential, guiding parents in advocacy, and training educators to recognize and support learning differences. Together, we will explore how Autism, Dyslexia, and Dysgraphia can co-occur and why these overlaps are often overlooked. Parents and educators will learn to spot the red flags of Dyslexia and Dysgraphia in Autistic learners—signs that are often hidden behind Autism traits. We will also examine the impact of missed diagnoses on academic progress, self-esteem, and mental health, with practical steps for advocacy and support. Participants are encouraged to bring their questions and real-life challenges for Jess to address during the discussion.
Training Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize overlap: Understand how Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Autism can co-occur and why these conditions are sometimes overlooked.
- Identify red flags: Spot the key signs of Dyslexia and dysgraphia in Autistic learners that may be masked by Autism traits.
- Understand the impact: Describe how missing the “D’s” can affect academic performance, self-esteem, and mental health.
Target Audience
school professionals, parents/caregivers, adults with ASD
About the Presenter
Jess Arce
Introducing Jess Arce, the renowned CEO and Director of 3D Learning Experts and America’s Dyslexia Expert is truly a force to be reckoned with in the world of education. With a passion for helping struggling students with learning challenges to succeed both in school and in life, Jess is a best-selling author, host of “The Empowered Parent” podcast and YouTube channel, and a sought-after speaker at conferences and events across the country. As a Dyslexic herself, married to a Dyslexic and a mother to four children with nine neurodiversities, Jess’s journey of discovery led her to dedicate her life to helping others on the neurodiverse journey. After receiving her certification as a Barton Tutor and Dyslexia Screener in 2015, Jess began training her staff of expert educators to help students virtually with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia throughout the United States. Jess’s unwavering commitment to empowering students with learning challenges has earned her numerous accolades, including features on several conferences and podcasts such as A Winning Cup Podcast, Mom Talks Autism Podcast, Northern California Homeschool Conference, Autism Awareness Conference, a nd Women’s Entrepreneur Network. With her magnetic personality and impressive credentials, Jess is a true trailblazer in the field of Dyslexia education, inspiring and empowering students, parents, and educators alike to achieve their full potential.
Accommodations
We strive to host accessible events that enable all individuals living in our catchment area* to engage fully. To request accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Dr. Danielle Liso at 352-265-2241 or card-training@ufl.edu.
*Counties Served by UF CARD: Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Suwannee, Union
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Contact
Danielle Liso
card-training@ufl.edu
352-265-2241