Celebrate Thanksgiving with The Center Reflections of Gratitude by The Center's Staff Members By Megan Willis, Director of Communications As we celebrate Thanksgiving, it is evident that The Center for Literacy & Learning has much to be thankful for – a dedicated team, supportive educators and schools, and many communities that have … [Read more...] about Celebrate Thanksgiving
Professional Development/Learning
A Guide to Creative and Enjoyable Ways to Enhance Your Child’s Literacy Development.
National Young Readers Week A Guide to Creative and Enjoyable Ways to Enhance Your Child's Literacy Development. By Megan Willis, Director of Communications In the exciting journey of your child's literacy development, fostering language skills can be a joyous and fulfilling experience. From storytelling to interactive games, the key is … [Read more...] about A Guide to Creative and Enjoyable Ways to Enhance Your Child’s Literacy Development.
Book-A-Month Club
Book-A-Month Club By Megan Willis, Director of Communications Louisiana is facing a literacy crisis that demands our attention. It's a crisis that not only affects our students but also our collective future. The statistics speak for themselves: only 28% of Louisiana's 4th-grade students are proficient readers, and this is unacceptable. … [Read more...] about Book-A-Month Club
Structured Literacy: A Simple and Effective Approach to Teaching Reading
Structured Literacy: A Simple and Effective Approach to Teaching Reading By Lindsey Vicknair Senior Literacy Content & Training Specialist of The Center for Literacy & Learning Structured Literacy is an evidence-based approach to teaching reading that simplifies the complex process of literacy acquisition. This method benefits all … [Read more...] about Structured Literacy: A Simple and Effective Approach to Teaching Reading
The Center for Literacy & Learning Receives Federal Award Aimed at Increasing Family Engagement
The Center for Literacy & Learning Receives Federal Award Aimed at Increasing Family Engagement By Dr. John Wyble, CEO of The Center for Literacy & Learning The U.S. Department of Education announced it has awarded the Louisiana Children's Research Center for Development and Learning, commonly known as The Center for Literacy & … [Read more...] about The Center for Literacy & Learning Receives Federal Award Aimed at Increasing Family Engagement
Louisiana’s Literacy Renaissance Has Started
Louisiana’s Literacy Renaissance Has Started By Dr. John Wyble, CEO of The Center for Literacy & Learning After achieving multiple years of literacy gains and a five-point increase on the 2022-2023 LEAP, Louisiana has begun its literacy revival. Through a renewed focus on evidence-based practices, intensive literacy interventions, and … [Read more...] about Louisiana’s Literacy Renaissance Has Started