LITERACY CHAMPIONS
The 2025 Science of Reading Star Awards
Making the shift to the Science of Reading is no small feat. Every day, educators like you are successfully improving student outcomes in their schools and communities, and we鈥檙e eager to celebrate your accomplishments with the Science of Reading Star Awards.
Recognizing leaders in education
Imagine the spark in a child鈥檚 eye when letters and words on a page come alive. Learning to read is nothing short of a transformation鈥攁nd at the heart of this transformation are literacy educators harnessing the Science of Reading to ignite lifelong learning.
Science of Reading Star Award winners shine bright, going above and beyond to light the path for students nationwide. Be part of this celebration鈥攈elp us recognize these heroes!
We are accepting nominations through January 31, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Get excited for the prizes!
Exceptional accomplishments deserve to be rewarded.
All award winners will receive:
- Recognition at a major 猫咪AV literacy symposium.
- Honorary 猫咪AV Ambassadorship.
- Amplification on our website and social media.
- A Science of Reading starter library.
- Enrollment in the Science of Reading: The Learning Lab online courses (for the winner and a friend).
- Tons of swag!
The grand prize winners in the District and School categories will be featured in a case study showcasing their Science of Reading success and will receive access to an exclusive library of PD resources. The grand prize winner in the Individual category will be given full conference registration and associated travel costs to The Annual Conference of The Reading League (TRL).
An award category for everyone!
District:
The District Captain
For the district that exemplifies strong Science of Reading practices across the board
School:
The Literacy Legend
For the school that has seen significant reading gains among their students school-wide when using the Science of Reading
Individual:
The Changemaker
For showcasing exemplary Science of Reading routines and practices, and serving as an inspiration to others on the journey
Individual:
The Language Luminary
For outstanding success in developing the skills and strengths of emergent bilingual students and English/multilingual learners
Individual:
The Background Knowledge Builder
For showing the world that the Science of Reading empowers students with knowledge, context, and vocabulary from elementary through middle school
Individual:
The MTSS Maestro
For implementing a data-driven Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework that creates a thriving and robust literacy ecosystem
Individual:
The Science of Reading Rookie
For a teacher in their first year of teaching, already making strides with the Science of Reading
Individual: The
Cross-Disciplinarian
For skilled weaving of literacy practices across subject areas in the classroom
Individual:
The Writing Whiz
For integrating writing instruction with the Science of Reading, cultivating articulate and confident writers through innovative and effective practices
Submit a nomination to The Science of Reading Star Awards:
Entry is quick and simple! Just complete the required information below and provide an overview of the nominee that you think deserves recognition.
- Please nominate for only one category at a time, but you may submit multiple entries.
- Your submission could include an overview of the educator, school, or district鈥檚 journey with the Science of Reading, how they overcame challenges, how they are empowering their students with the Science of Reading, how they implemented strong Science of Reading practices, and what results they are seeing.
- The more specific you can be in your submission, the better! If data is a big part of your story, we鈥檇 love to hear about it.
- As part of your entry, you agree to allow us to contact you about the details of your application.
- If you are short-listed as a finalist, a member of the 猫咪AV team will be in contact by March 2025.
Good luck!