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Big Claims, Thin Evidence, and All Kinds of Missing Context
I debated whether Shanahan’s latest blog on Reading Recovery even deserved a response. When a well-known researcher swaps analysis for a grab bag of speculative takes, it’s fair to wonder: Is this critique or [...]
A Win for Students, Educators, and Common Sense
Today marks an important step forward in LCNA’s ongoing fight for Ohio’s students and educators. In a decision issued by the Tenth District Court of Appeals of Ohio, the court affirmed LCNA’s standing in [...]
Member Christina Brightbill Named Educator of the Year
We are proud to celebrate member Christina Brightbill, who has been named Governor’s Educator of the Year at New Albany Elementary School in Cinnaminson Township, NJ. This honor recognizes not only outstanding instructional practice [...]
Literacy Council of North America Acquires Intervention Trademarks
Download the Press Release The North American Trainers Organization, the university professors leading Reading Recovery in the United States, announce that the Literacy Council of North America is assuming ownership of the royalty-free trademarks [...]
LitCon Opens Early: Learning That Meets the Moment
Winter weather may be unpredictable, but great professional development doesn’t have to be. LitCon National K-8 Literacy Conference arrived with winter weather across many regions, but instead of letting snow slow us down, we [...]
An Important Update to the LitCon Lineup
We’re sharing an important update to the LitCon program, and while change is never easy, we’re confident this one still brings exceptional value to our community. Due to health reasons, P. David Pearson has [...]
A Year-End Thank You to the Teachers Who Keep Showing Up
As the year comes to a close, your friends at LCNA want to pause and say thank you. This has been an especially tough year to be an educator. Disastrous cuts to education funding, [...]
Congratulations to Our 2026 LitCon PD Award Winners!
We’re thrilled to announce this year’s LitCon PD Award recipients—an inspiring group of educators who are committed to strengthening literacy instruction in their classrooms, schools, and communities. Please join us in celebrating their dedication [...]
This Giving Tuesday, Help Build a Brighter Future for Literacy
Donate Online Mail a check donation to the Literacy Council of North America, PO Box 20050, Columbus, Ohio 43220 On Giving Tuesday, we’re inviting you to stand with [...]
Experience LitCon LIVE: Real-Time Learning, Real-Time Connection on February 3
One of the most exciting parts of Virtual LitCon 2026 is LitCon LIVE on February 3—a chance for educators everywhere to come together in real time for meaningful learning, conversation, and community. While the [...]
