Students who read more across genres, topics, and settings develop stronger comprehension, vocabulary, and background knowledge through repeated exposure to language, ideas, and complex texts.
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET <br><br> In this session, explore the decoding threshold and how purposeful fluency practice can help students build the accuracy and automaticity needed to access increasingly complex text. Walk away with a clear, low-lift starting point your teams can try, evaluate, and eventually scale.
Once students have the self-assurance to engage in academic conversations with their peers, they have a framework they can apply to any text in any subject.
Date & Time: Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 2 p.m. <br><br> Drawing on new research and conversations with K–12 educators and district leaders, this 30-minute Ed Talk will explore what AI readiness really looks like in today's schools by answering the question: How can districts establish thoughtful approaches to AI use, equip educators with ongoing training and support, and ensure students are prepared to think critically in a world increasingly influenced by AI?
Career Exploration Starts Earlier Than You Think When should career exploration begin? According to the research highlighted in this new guide, the answer is much earlier than many districts realize. Middle school is a pivotal time to help students connect their interests with future careers while introducing the skills and pathways that will shape their […]
