LEADING THE NEXT CHAPTER: Literacy, Writing & i-Ready Leadership Summit

LEADING THE NEXT CHAPTER: Literacy, Writing & i-Ready Leadership Summit

Mississippi has shown the nation what is possible when strong leadership, research, and classroom practice come together to improve student achievement. Now, it is time to lead the next chapter in literacy, writing, and data-driven instruction.

District administrators and instructional leaders are invited to join us for an engaging morning of professional learning, collaboration, and strategic planning. Participants will explore the Science of Writing, effective ways to measure student growth, and practical approaches to supporting teachers without adding unnecessary work.

Representatives from Curriculum Associates will also provide important i-Ready updates, including information and resources to help district leaders maximize implementation, strengthen instructional decision-making, and use student data effectively.

Featured topics will include:

• Building upon Mississippi’s literacy success
• Understanding why writing is the next frontier in student achievement
• Exploring the Science of Writing
• Measuring what matters in student writing
• Using writing data to strengthen instruction and intervention
• Supporting teachers with practical, research-based solutions
• Curriculum Associates and i-Ready updates
• Maximizing i-Ready data and resources to support student growth

Who Should Attend:

• District administrators
• Curriculum and instruction directors
• Federal programs directors
• Literacy leaders
• Principals and instructional leaders
• District and school-level i-Ready leaders

Date: October 8
Time: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Cleveland, Mississippi
Registration: Advance registration is required.

A complimentary break and lunch are included with registration.

Mississippi showed the nation what is possible in reading. Now, let’s lead what comes next in writing, instruction, and student success.

Date Time Session Instructor Facilitator Venue
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Tracy Cameron Ford Center for Teaching and Learning
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