Hosted by Drexel University’s School of Education with support from the ALLIED Hub, we invite you to join us for the Science of Reading Day Summit at Drexel University - an engaging morning of professional learning, collaboration, and connection for educators, families, and others committed to improving literacy outcomes for children.
Designed to bring together the many people who play a role in helping children become successful readers, the Summit will connect research and evidence with real-world practice through expert perspectives, educator-led conversations, and opportunities to learn from one another.
Come ready to connect, share, and leave with new ideas you can put into practice.
Keynote Speaker
G. Reid Lyon, PhD, is a neuroscientist, specialist in learning disorders, and researcher on the science of reading who serves as senior adviser to the Drexel University ALLIED Hub. Dr. Lyon holds a distinguished career as a neuroscientist, professor, classroom teacher, and school psychologist, as well as a national leader in developing evidence-based education policy.
From 1992 to 2005, Lyon served as a research neuropsychologist and the chief of the Child Development and Behavior Branch at the National Institutes of Health. He developed and oversaw research programs in cognitive neuroscience, learning and reading development and disorders, behavioral pediatrics, cognitive and affective development, School Readiness, and the Spanish to English Reading Research program. He designed, developed and directed the NICHD Reading Research Network.
Breakout Session Leaders
Confirmed breakout session leaders are listed below. Additional session leaders will be announced as they are confirmed.
Rachael Garnick, Director, PA Literacy Coalition
Rodney Johnson, Principal, John Moffet Elementary School, Philadelphia
Megan Zor, English Language Learner Instructor, John Moffet Elementary School, Philadelphia
Rebecca Brodwolf, Literacy Coach, Norristown Area School District
Kelly Helduser, Reading Specialist, Ridley School District
Drexel's ALLIED Hub convenes advocates, leaders, learners, implementers, and policymakers.
AGENDA
All times are EDT.
9:00-9:10 a.m. – Welcome and Opening
9:15-9:45 a.m. – Keynote Address
10:00-10:50 a.m. – Breakout Session I
11:00-11:30 a.m. – Networking
11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. – Breakout Session II
Register by October 9
Please register for Drexel’s Science of Reading Day Summit by October 9th.
Attendance is free but registration is required.
Register for the Science of Reading Day Summit
Location
Drexel LeBow College of Business, GHALL 033, 3220 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business is located a few blocks away from the Drexel Station at 30th Street. Parking is available nearby.
Contact
For event information, please email Katie O’Brien, kmo54@drexel.edu. We look forward to hearing from you!
Wilson® Professional Learning Credits Available
Wilson® Professional Learning Credits will be available to eligible participants.
ACT 48 CREDIT AVAILABLE
Act 48 credit will be available to eligible participants. To receive credit, please check in at the registration table. Act 48 credits are not reported automatically. Participants must submit a request through Comply by Edulink. First-time participants will receive instructions at registration for creating an account and submitting their request.
Event Sponsors
We gratefully recognize the organizations and individuals whose support helps make the Science of Reading Day Summit possible.