In a Title 1 district in Ohio, real literacy progress began when leaders aligned professional learning, instruction, and support around a single, evidence-based approach, showing what it takes to turn literacy strategy into lasting classroom practice.

Troy City Schools aligned its literacy instruction around a structured, evidence-based approach, helping English language learners build foundational skills, gain confidence, and achieve measurable reading growth.

A 20-year dream, two teacher scholarships, and a commitment to Structured Literacy are transforming reading instruction at The Levites Academy in rural Uganda, proving that when educators have the right tools, literacy can change lives anywhere in the world.

Stark County CUSD #100 in Illinois is committed to strengthening early literacy through evidence-based practices. One of its three schools, Stark County Elementary, recently became the proving ground of a literacy approach that prioritizes foundational skills instruction, with results that have teachers around the district excited to join in.

From pre-K through third grade, Jonah ranked in the bottom 5% of his class. Today, he’s a high-achieving high school student recognized for leadership and creativity, and he’s determined to help teachers get the training they need.