Name: Leveraging Science of Reading Leaders to Improve and Sustain Literacy Gains
Start: 2025-06-11T13:15:00-0600
End: 2025-06-11T14:15:00-0600

We’re excited you’ll be joining us for these upcoming professional learning opportunities! June 9th sessions are available exclusively to registered participants of the Language and Literacy Symposium. From June 10th –12th, all registrants of the Embracing Literacy: Soaring with Language and Literacy Conference are welcome to attend a wide range of engaging sessions designed to elevate language and literacy practices across our communities.

We look forward to learning and growing together!

You will be able to validate your attendance (Check-In to sessions) using your personal schedule.

Wednesday June 11, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm MDT

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Introduction:
This presentation will explore how schools and districts can strategically utilize staff members who are Science of Reading (SoR) leaders to improve literacy instruction and student outcomes. Participants will learn how to leverage these leaders as instructional coaches, professional development facilitators, and collaborative team members to support teachers in implementing evidence-based reading practices. The session will also highlight ways to create sustainable systems that empower SoR leaders to drive long-term literacy success.

Objectives:
1. Understand the Role of Science of Reading Leaders – Define key responsibilities and best practices for SoR leaders within a school or district.
2. Learn Effective Coaching & Mentorship Strategies – Explore how SoR leaders can support teachers through modeling, feedback, and collaborative planning.
3. Develop a Plan for Professional Development – Identify ways to integrate SoR leaders into structured, ongoing literacy training for staff.
4. Create Systems for Sustainability – Learn how to build a culture of literacy excellence by embedding SoR leadership into school-wide and district-wide initiatives.
5. Maximize Impact on Student Learning – Discover data-driven approaches to measure the effectiveness of SoR leadership and adjust strategies as needed.

Credit Reflection Questions: Applying Learning to Practice

What new insights did you gain from the presentation, and how did they connect to your existing knowledge or experience?
In what ways did the presentation deepen or enhance your understanding of the topic?
How do you plan to apply what you learned in your work? Who will benefit from it, and what changes or improvements do you expect to see?

Speakers

Ariel Bobson

Literacy Partner, Lexia

Hi All! I'm the Lexia Literacy Partner for Northern Colorado and I look forward to another inspiring year at COALAS. Stop by the Lexia booth for some swag and to chat about boosting literacy and language outcomes for your students. Can't wait to see you there!