Grades 6 – 9
LD Student Social is a small-group, bi-weekly program for students in grades 6-9 who are experiencing secondary characteristics associated with learning difficulties (i.e., low self-esteem, poor social and/or emotional regulation) due to a diagnosed, identified, or suspected learning disability.
These bi-weekly sessions offer a safe and inclusive space for students with learning disabilities to meet and connect with other students who share similar life experiences as a result of their learning disability.

The goal of this program is to instill confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of belonging among the participants while helping them to build coping and self-advocacy skills. Sessions incorporate a combination of discussion, instruction, and engaging games and activities in a small-group setting.
Questions? Contact Program Coordinator, Taylor Lloyd | tlloyd@LDANiagara.org
Participant Eligibility
Participants attending the sessions must:
- Be in Grade 6 through 9 at time of participation;
- Have a diagnosed or suspected Learning Disability* (click here for the definition of a Learning Disability);
- Not be diagnosed/identified with an intellectual disability or have significant behavioural support needs.
*Please Note: While exceptionalities such as ADHD, Autism, Mild Intellectual Disability, etc. may impact an individual’s learning, a Learning Disability is a specific impairment and is distinct from these and other exceptionalities.
Fall 2023 Applications Now Open!
Please note: There are a limited number of spots available. Spots will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Fall 2023 Program Details
Cost: | Free | |
Dates: | October 25, 2023 November 8, 2023 November 22, 2023 December 6, 2023 | |
Days of the Week: | Wednesdays (bi-weekly) | |
Time: | 6:00 – 7:00 pm | |
Location: | Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Elementary School** (41 Collier Rd. S. Thorold, ON L2V 3S9) |
** Location subject to change; registrants will be notified of any changes as soon as possible
This program is generously funded by:
The Humeniuk Foundation