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Spotlight on Dyslexia 2026: The Premier Virtual Conference on Dyslexia & the Science of Reading

Join thousands of educators and literacy advocates on Thursday, June 4, 2026, to gain practical strategies, cutting-edge research, and actionable solutions to support struggling readers.

Register Now – Early Bird Pricing ends after April 6!

Why Attend?

  • 🧠 Master Proven Strategies aligned to the Science of Reading.
  • 🎓 Earn CE Credits: 30+ hours of live and on-demand professional development.
  • 🤝 New Advocacy Track: Tools for parents and educators to drive systemic change.
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"I learned more about how to teach reading and writing in that conference than in four years of University."

— Andrea Spradling, Reading Specialist, FL

Who Should Attend This Dyslexia Professional Development Event?

Whether you are looking for foundational dyslexia training for teachers, advanced structured literacy professional development, or policy-level insights, this event is designed for education leaders who want to make a tangible difference.

Who Should Attend:
  • Educators & Specialists: K-12 Teachers, Reading Specialists, Interventionists, SLPs, and Literacy Coaches.
  • School Leaders: District Administrators, Principals, and Curriculum Directors.
  • Families & Advocates: Parents and guardians of children with dyslexia or reading barriers.

What You'll Learn About Dyslexia, Structured Literacy and Intervention

Attendees will leave this structured literacy conference with the knowledge and practical strategies to:

  • Identify early signs of dyslexia and reading challenges.
  • Implement structured literacy using evidence-based, systemic instruction.
  • Empower struggling and neurodivergent learners with confidence.
  • Advocate for systemic literacy improvements (via our new Advocacy Track).

“I enjoyed all of the brain research. This is so helpful when explaining to parents.” — Stacy Brizendine, Educator

Earn 30+ Hours of Dyslexia Continuing Education (CE) Certificates

With a wealth of expert sessions packed into one day, we know you won’t be able to catch everything live. That is why your registration includes extended access to all session recordings and slide decks so you can learn at your own pace.

30+ hours of Continuing Education (CE) certificates available. Our CE certificates are recognized by Wilson Language Systems, the Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA; up to 10 hours), and the states of Texas, New York, Michigan, Massachusetts, Alabama, and Louisiana, ensuring professional growth and accreditation.

Keynote Speakers

Dr. Maggie Snowling, keynote speaker at Spotlight on Dyslexia 2026

Dr. Maggie Snowling

Emeritus Professor of Psychology
University of Oxford

Keynote: Language Development and Reading Disorder

Dr. Charles Hulme, keynote speaker at Spotlight on Dyslexia 2026

Dr. Charles Hulme

Emeritus Professor of Psychology and Education
University of Oxford

Keynote: Language – the Heart of Reading

"This was my 5th year attending and it was amazing as always! I loved the keynote speakers and can’t wait to go back and watch all the recordings. Thank you so much for putting this conference together every year as it makes a big difference!"

— Rita Quinones, Reading Specialist, TX

Conference Agenda

Plan Your Day of Learning: Explore our comprehensive lineup of expert keynotes, breakout sessions, and our all-new Advocacy Track. With over 30 hours of content, you can build a schedule tailored to your professional goals. More detail on sessions and speakers is available on the Registration page.

Thursday, June 4, 2026  ·  Virtual  ·  All times ET

Keynote Advocacy Administrator Educator Networking Expo
9:00 AM
Expo
Expo Hall
9:30 AM
Networking
Networking Coffee Break
10:00 AM
Keynote
Language – the Heart of Reading
Dr. Charles Hulme
11:00 AM
Advocacy
Advocacy 101: What Parents of Children with Dyslexia Need to Know to Drive Real Change
Missy Purcell
Administrator
Building Strong Tier 1 Systems: Sparta's Journey to Improved Early Reading Outcomes
Shana Lewis & Marie Parisi
Educator
Chronos and Kairos Time: Shaping the Rhythm of Reading Intervention Sessions
Kristin Barbour
Educator
Oral Language: The Heart and Core of Reading and Writing Proficiency
Dr. Margie Gillis, CALT
12:00 PM
Advocacy
Beyond Words: An Immersive Dyslexia Simulation
Dr. Terrie Noland, CALT
Administrator
The Power of Coherence: Literacy Systems that Work
Dr. Karol Ann Moore, CALT & Dr. Catherine Hungerford Scott, CALT
Educator
From Talk to Text: How Purposeful Language Instruction Supports Students with Dyslexia
Dr. Allison Slone
Educator
Math Disabilities in Students with Dyslexia: When Accommodations are Not Enough
Dr. Louise Spear-Swerling
1:00 PM
★ Awards
Shining a Light on Breakthroughs: The Learning Ally Awards Ceremony
1:30 PM
Advocacy
The Hidden Struggle: Addressing the Impact of Dyslexia
Dr. Tracy Johnson-Rockmore
Administrator
Connecting the Dots: Instruction, Resilience, and Access in the Learning Ally Framework
Erin Walker, Howard Bell, Resha Conroy, SLP
Educator
Integrating Reading and Writing from Sound to Sentence
Dr. Megan Gierka & Nicole Ormandy
Educator
Developmental Language Disorder: Recognizing and Supporting Students with DLD
Ryan Buggy
2:30 PM
Keynote
Language Development and Reading Disorder
Dr. Maggie Snowling
3:30 PM
Advocacy
Beyond Reading: Supporting the Whole Child After a Dyslexia Diagnosis
Rebecca Bush, CALT
Administrator
We Must Lead with Language as We Intervene on Words
Dr. Terrie Noland, CALT & Dr. Danielle Thompson
Administrator
From Strategy to Results: Structured Literacy in Action
Bianca Dino
Educator
Science of Reading Essentials: Practical Applications Through a Structured Literacy Approach
Deanna Fogarty
Educator
From Sounds to Stored Words: Integrated Language Instruction for Students with Dyslexia
Casey Harrison, CALT
4:30 PM
Advocacy
Strategies to Make Learning More Accessible
Jacquelyn Taylor
Administrator
Building Readers, Changing Futures: A Science of Reading Success Story
Dr. Michelle Rodriguez
Educator
Multilingual Learners + Dyslexia: High-Impact Strategies for Spanish-Speaking Students
Jen Doyle & Barbara Steinberg
Educator
The Power of Oral Language From the Beginning
Dr. Angela Venters
5:30 PM
Expo
Expo Hall
6:00 PM
Networking
Wrap Party 🎉
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About Your Host: Learning Ally

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Learning Ally has supported struggling readers for over 75 years. We provide accessible literacy solutions to millions of students with dyslexia and reading challenges, partnering with schools in all 50 states to ensure every child has the opportunity to read, learn, and succeed.

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