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Welcome to our Science of Reading 2.0: From knowledge to implementation Webinar Series

Join Laura Stewart, Chief Academic Officer at 95 Percent Group, as she shares Science of Reading 2.0, a transformative webinar series featuring insightful discussions with literacy changemakers.

Webinar #1: Delivering on the Promise of Literacy for ALL available now on-demand

Teaching children to read is the most important of educational endeavors. All children deserve equitable access to high-quality, evidence-aligned instruction.

Without that instruction, many students will fall through the cracks, diminishing their potential to lead rich, literate lives.  More is known about how to teach reading than ever before, yet often, this evidence is not provided to teachers nor translated into practice.

This session provides a roadmap to move from the knowledge of the science of reading to principles of practice.

Highlights include:  

  • The three big “must-know” concepts around the science of reading.  What’s going on in the brain when we read?  
  • How the kind of text we put in front of beginning readers influences their reading habits  
  • How the “sciences” of instruction, learning, and implementation lead us to effective practice  

Science of Reading 2.0 is the convergence of the science of reading and the science of learning. Each webinar in the series covers critical science of reading topics, as shown below. Register here for the upcoming live webinars in the series 

Whether you’re just getting started with the science of reading or have implemented reading science to practice, these leadership sessions will provide the knowledge, resources, and practical guidance to move forward using evidence-aligned resources and practices to develop lifelong readers. 

Complete the form to watch the first webinar in our 4-part series!

Introducing the Science of Reading 2.0

The next generation of the science of reading connects research about reading and learning to help educators implement and effect literacy instruction.

Unlock the power of literacy with this easy-to-use guide. 

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Webinar #1: Delivering on the Promise of Literacy for ALL

ON-DEMAND

Featuring Mary Dahlgren, EdD, Literacy Executive in Residence, 95 Percent Group 

Teaching children to read is the most important of educational endeavors. All children deserve equitable access to high-quality, evidence-aligned instruction. Without that instruction, many students will fall through the cracks, diminishing their potential to lead rich, literate lives.  More is known about how to teach reading than ever before, yet often, this evidence is not provided to teachers nor translated into practice. This session will provide a roadmap of how we can move from the knowledge of the science of reading to principles of practice.

Highlights include:  

  • The three big “must-know” concepts around the science of reading  
  • What’s going on in the brain when we read?  
  • How the kind of text we put in front of beginning readers influences their reading habits  
  • How the “sciences” of instruction, learning, and implementation lead us to effective practice  

Webinar #2: Big Questions, Bold Leader Moves

Thursday, December 5  |  6:30 PM CT

As an educator, are you seeking literacy change in your classroom, building or district? Transformational change involves a fundamental shift in how things are done, which means asking ourselves and our school communities bold questions about literacy and our leadership toward that goal. This requires all educators to know the “leader moves” which will guide collaborative problem-solving through those questions.

In this session, we will explore the big literacy questions that need to be asked and hear stories of courageous leader moves that have the power to enact transformational change in literacy instruction and ultimately impact student achievement. In working with leaders around the country, Laura has found these BIG questions and BOLD leader moves to be critical openings to any transformational change work.

Highlights include:  

  • What is transformational literacy change?  
  • The essential six questions that every educational leader needs to ask to transform literacy outcomes  
  • Examining over 20 “bold leader moves” that are actionable today in starting or continuing the journey of literacy transformation  

Webinar #3: The Science of Reading and Implementation

Thursday, February 6  |  6:30 PM CT

Featuring Terrie Noland, PhD, CALP and Literacy Leader 

As we move into the next phase of our understanding of effective literacy instruction, we are building on the established research base known as the science of reading and into the science of implementation.  It’s not an either/or; it’s a BOTH/AND!  

The implementation science will inform and ignite us as we reach our goal of bridging research to practice for better student outcomes.   

Highlights include:  

  • Defining the science of implementation and its importance in overcoming the very real research-to-practice gaps in education.  
  • Exploring a roadmap of the phases of implementation and the courageous conversations we need to have in each phase to achieve long-term, lasting growth.  

Webinar #4: Protecting your Science of Reading Investment

Thursday, May 15  |  6:30 PM CT

Featuring Ken Kirby, AL Regional Literacy Leadership Specialist 

Leaders and educators know that nothing is more urgent when it comes to ensuring all children can read. There is no greater investment of time and resources than in literacy.  

How do we protect our valuable investments to ensure we have the best chance of meeting our goals and impacting outcomes for our students? We follow the evidence!  

Highlights include:  

  • Evidence-aligned and evidence-based: what’s the difference and are both important?  
  • The importance of optimizing learning time.  
  • How a rich, hierarchical backbone of skills can align instruction across tiers and maximize efficiencies.  
  • Professional Learning: The key to protecting the investment in any literacy initiative.  

Meet your Webinar Facilitators

Laura Stewart

Laura Stewart

Chief Academic Officer, 95 Percent Group

Laura Stewart is an educator and organizational leader. She has served as a teacher, administrator, adjunct professor, and director of numerous professional development initiatives around the country. 

Before joining 95 Percent Group, Laura was the Chief Innovation Officer with The Reading League and the Chief Academic Officer for Professional Development at Highlights for Children. She presents nationally and internationally and is a published author. Laura’s passion is empowering educators to positively impact ALL students and ultimately change the course of literacy achievement in this country. 

Mary Dahlgren, EdD

Literacy Executive in Residence, 95 Percent Group 

As the Founder and President of Tools 4 Reading, Dr. Mary Dahlgren has always focused on developing practical tools and training opportunities to bridge the gap between the science of reading and classroom practice. She brings over 25 years of experience in education, having served as a dyslexia therapist, elementary teacher, international literacy consultant, national LETRS trainer, and author.  

Joining forces with 95 Percent Group, Dr. Dahlgren continues to elevate the science behind reading for all educators. 

Terrie Noland

Terrie Noland, PhD

CALP, Literacy Leader 

For 27 years, Dr. Terrie Noland has focused on leadership and literacy, first as a teacher and administrator and now as a national Literacy Leader and leader mentor on the latest research on the science of reading. She is a nationally recognized speaker on leadership principles, research, and best literacy practices.   

Dr. Noland is a Certified Academic Language Practitioner, a Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, and a President's Advisory Council member. Her passion is building award-winning communities of educators to lead large literacy and professional learning experiences that drive high-leverage growth for administrators and educators.  

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Ken Kirby

AL Regional Literacy Leadership Specialist

A passionate educator, Ken began his career as a Kindergarten teacher before serving as a building-level Alabama “Reading First” Coach.  Later, as a Regional Literacy Specialist (RLS) with the Alabama Reading Initiative, he supported multiple districts in northeast Alabama.  In 2017, as K-12 School Improvement Specialist for Marshall County Schools, he supported reading, math, science, and overall school improvement initiatives across twelve schools.   

Ken has recently supported sixty K-3 schools across north central Alabama as a Regional Literacy Leadership Specialist (RLLS) for nine school districts, managing elementary curriculum, assessment, Science of Reading implementation, student-centered coaching, and impactful processes supporting the MTSS framework.