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Literacy Coaches and Teacher Leaders

Thinking Beyond the Page: Developing Deep Comprehension

July 28, 2026

Comprehension is the heart of reading—and it goes far beyond understanding the words on the page. Join us to learn practical ways to help students move from surface-level understanding to deeper analysis, meaningful reflection, and critical thinking about what they read.

Playful Pathways to Print: Learning About Language, Letters, Sounds and Words

July 28, 2026

Explore how to turn young children’s love for playing with the sounds of language into meaningful literacy learning during this one-day workshop.

Linking Assessment to Teaching: Reading, Writing & Word Study

July 28, 2026

In this 8-week online course, you’ll learn how to gather and analyze evidence from students’ reading, writing, word study, and oral language to make responsive instructional decisions. Discover practical approaches to identifying students’ strengths and needs, then use those insights to design effective literacy instruction that supports every learner.

Acquiring Coaching and Teacher Leadership Expertise

July 28, 2026

In this 8-week online course, you’ll build the knowledge, language, and facilitation skills to become a more effective literacy coach. Learn to define your role, facilitate reflective conversations, lead meaningful professional learning, and partner with teachers and administrators to strengthen instruction and improve student outcomes.

Vocabulary Instruction to Build Knowledge and Deepen Comprehension (Grades 3–8)

July 28, 2026

Gain practical strategies to teach vocabulary in grades 3-8 that go beyond definitions and support students in using words with purpose, deepening comprehension, and expanding their background knowledge.

Literacy Coaching Network

July 20, 2026

You Support Teachers. We Support You. A Professional Learning Subscription Service for Literacy Coaches, Reading Specialists, and all educators who lead professional development.

Bringing Variety and Choice to Writing About Reading (Complimentary Webinar)

April 3, 2026

Join our complimentary 45-minute webinar to discover diverse writing genres and formats that help students deepen their understanding, clarify their thinking, and express their ideas in more meaningful ways when they write about reading.

Energizing Student Writing Through Vision, Purpose, and Voice (Complimentary Webinar)

April 1, 2026

Do your students’ writing pieces often look similar or lack variety in structure and organization? In this complimentary 45-minute webinar, we will explore the importance of supporting students during the planning process so they can clearly communicate their message and make purposeful decisions about their writing.

End Strong, Start Smarter: Coaching Through the Year’s Final Stretch (Complimentary Webinar)

April 1, 2026

Join us for this 45-minute webinar and celebrate the accomplishments of your year. Reflect on student and teacher growth. And get a jump start on planning for professional learning in the fall!

Shared Leadership for School Improvement

March 17, 2026

In this 8-week online course for coaches and teacher leaders, you’ll learn how to promote a culture of shared leadership that can energize school teams.

Upcoming Professional Development

November 12-13, 2026

Thinking Beyond the Page: Developing Deep Comprehension

Comprehension is the heart of reading—and it goes far beyond understanding the words on the page. Join us to learn practical ways to help students move from surface-level understanding to deeper analysis, meaningful reflection, and critical thinking about what they read.

$595 (includes professional text)
November 10, 2026

Playful Pathways to Print: Learning About Language, Letters, Sounds and Words

Explore how to turn young children’s love for playing with the sounds of language into meaningful literacy learning during this one-day workshop.

$295
November 2 - December 22, 2026 (Fall Term II)

Linking Assessment to Teaching: Reading, Writing & Word Study

In this 8-week online course, you’ll learn how to gather and analyze evidence from students’ reading, writing, word study, and oral language to make responsive instructional decisions. Discover practical approaches to identifying students’ strengths and needs, then use those insights to design effective literacy instruction that supports every learner.

$2,895 ($915/credit + $50/credit comprehensive fee) - does not include required texts

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