Target Audience: k-12 instructional leaders and administrators are encouraged to attend.
This collaborative community series is designed for district and school literacy leads who are ready to move from shared beliefs about literacy to a coherent, actionable literacy plan. Using Aukerman & Birch’s (2025) 12 Literacy Principles article (linked here) as our anchor, participants will work alongside colleagues to unpack what high-quality literacy instruction looks like across classrooms, schools, and systems, and how to intentionally design for it.
Through guided dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and practical planning tools, literacy leads will examine how each principle shows up in their current context, identify strengths and gaps, and align priorities across grades and disciplines. Together, we will explore how the principles can inform instructional decisions, professional learning, assessment practices, and resource allocation in ways that are sustainable and responsive to local needs.
Participants will leave with a clearer, shared vision for literacy, concrete strategies for leading literacy learning in their communities, and a draft district or school literacy plan grounded in what they value most. This series offers a rare opportunity to think deeply, plan collaboratively, and lead with confidence alongside others who share a commitment to strengthening literacy outcomes for all learners.