2026
August
Our calendar highlights opportunities to learn, collaborate, and take action — from monthly coalition meetings to special events that advance literacy across Long Island.
Aug
02
Literacy. Now. Conference
First-of-its-kind national parent-led conference to educate, empower, and activate families to advocate for evidence-based instruction.
Aug
04
The Power of BOOKS
Dr. Louisa Moats presents on how reading physical books deepens comprehension, and development for young learners.
Aug
04
Comprehension Connection
Learn how to apply orthographic mapping research, and how word recognition and language comprehension work together.
Aug
04
Beyond Decoding
Learn how science can accelerate fluency development, and the practical approaches to help students become fluent readers.
Aug
05
Keys to Literacy Higher Ed Summit
An event designed to explore how institutions can strengthen literacy programming through evidence-aligned practices.
AUG
05
Maximize Your K-4 Literacy Block
Learn about the anatomy of an SoR-Infused Literacy Block, whole group vs. small group instruction, and high-engagement routines.
Aug
10
Reading in Secondary Classrooms
An edWebinar focused on what the SoR tells us about how adolescents build knowledge, vocabulary, and text-based understanding.
AUG
08
UFLI Pop-Up Academy
A two-day in-depth training on the components of the science of reading and the UFLI Foundations program.
Aug
10
SOR Summer Leadership Institute
Hosted by Nassau BOCES, spend the day with school and district leaders learning how to successfully implement change.
AUG
12
Science of Reading and MTSS
Dr. Susan Lambert explores how the SoR and MTSS work together to drive stronger literacy outcomes for all students.
AUG
12
Leading Literacy Through Change
Join district leaders and literacy experts for an edLeader Panel discussion on how districts can build durable literacy systems.
AUG
16
LILC™ Summer Book Club
Join us as we discuss Leveled Reading, Leveled Lives and take a closer look at one of the most common practices in classrooms.
AUG
20
Explore The Reading League Compass
Learn about the latest updates to TRL Compass and an exclusive introduction to the 4th Edition Curriculum Guidelines.
AUG
25
Support Access to Complex Text
Explore five things that shape comprehension, how to identify the comprehension demands in a text, and how to provide targeted support.
Join the work happening across Long Island
Connect with us at monthly meetings and upcoming events.