Lexia Announces Return of Science of Reading Week Instruction Through Students Eyes

WHAT: Three days of no-cost live sessions for K–12 school and district leaders, teachers, paraprofessionals, speech-language pathologists, and other education professionals interested in the science of reading.

WHEN: Monday, October 6 – Wednesday, October 8, 2025; 12 PM – 1 PM ET each day

REGISTER: https://cvent.me/o3kMAK

Boston – Sept. 15, 2025 – Lexia, a Cambium Learning Group brand, invites district leaders, teachers, and reading specialists to join the return of Science of Reading Week this fall. The 2025 program offers new opportunities to advance literacy leadership through fresh toolkits, frameworks, and strategies tailored to the needs of early, developing, and adolescent readers. Each session will be held from 12 – 1 PM ET each day and is designed to spark ideas, build capacity, and share real stories of student success—helping educators see both the “why” and the “how” of advancing literacy.

Earlier this spring, Lexia’s Science of Reading Week explored the science of reading journey answering the questions of how to lead change, build momentum, and create lasting systems for strong literacy instruction. Attendees praised the event for its practical strategies, inspiring speakers, and authentic stories of reading transformation.

This fall builds on that momentum with an expanded lineup of experts and practitioners, offering actionable insights that educators can bring back to their schools and districts right away.

Session Lineup

Monday, October 6 – Early Readers: Building Strong Foundations

The earliest years of school set the stage for lifelong literacy success. This session explores how intentional practices in phonemic awareness, vocabulary, and oral language can transform trajectories for young learners. Speakers will highlight practical strategies, from leveraging family engagement to building teacher confidence, that help young learners establish strong, lasting foundations in literacy. Attendees will gain both evidence-based insights and classroom-ready practices to set students up for success from the very start.

Moderator: Kerri Larkin, National Senior Education Advisor, Lexia

Speakers: Dr. Angela Sykes Rutherford (University of Mississippi); Dr. Ann Kaiser (Vanderbilt University); Jenna Wright (Corpus Christi ISD)

Tuesday, October 7 – Developing Readers: Bridging Skills and Confidence

As students move beyond early decoding, gaps in fluency and comprehension can erode confidence. This session highlights practical approaches for accelerating skill growth while nurturing the belief that every student can succeed as a reader. Participants will hear how districts are closing critical skill gaps by combining decoding and fluency supports with approaches that nurture student self-belief. The session will feature real-world examples of how teachers are building student stamina, increasing comprehension, and reigniting motivation. Attendees will leave with strategies to help developing readers not only improve proficiency but also rediscover joy and confidence in reading.

Moderator: Dr. Octavia Gray-Essex, National Senior Education Advisor, Lexia

Speakers: Jeanne Schopf, M.Ed, NBCT, C-SLDI (Pathways Towards Literacy LLC); Lindsay Bohm (Peoria Public Schools District 150, IL); Frank Lukasik (East Meadow UFSD, NY)

Wednesday, October 8 – Adolescent Readers: Learning to Read, Reading to Learn

Older students often face the dual challenge of mastering literacy while applying it across rigorous content areas. This session explores evidence-based practices that help adolescents close gaps, engage in complex texts, and build the confidence to thrive in high school and beyond. Experts will share proven approaches to scaffolding instruction, accelerating catch-up growth, and creating conditions where adolescents feel empowered as capable readers. With practical frameworks and inspiring stories from high schools, attendees will learn how to help secondary students thrive academically and prepare for college and career success.

Moderator: Kerri Larkin, National Senior Education Advisor, Lexia

Speakers: Celeste Myers (Edna Karr High School, LA); Dr. Carol Jago (California Reading and Literature Project, UCLA); Maryann Hilton (Imagine School at Town Center, FL)

There is no cost to attend these live sessions, but registration is required. For more information, please go tohttps://events.lexialearning.com/science-of-reading-week-fall-2025.

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