When you look up at the night sky, you see some stars that shine especially bright. They guide travelers, inspire wonder, and illuminate galaxies.
That’s how we think of the literacy educators who champion the Science of Reading. They brighten the path for countless students and light their way to lifelong literacy.
Making the shift to the Science of Reading is no small feat. It requires thoughtful engagement, systematic implementation, and the courage to change long-standing practices. Most importantly, it requires every part of an educational system to work in cosmic alignment for student success.
That’s why the Amplify Science of Reading Star Awards honor outstanding educators, schools, and districts who have transformed their classrooms with the Science of Reading.
We’re excited to celebrate another constellation of remarkable leaders in literacy development—and to invite you to be a part of it.
Leaders in early literacy skills at all levels
Successful Science of Reading implementation happens when everyone is on board. That means: classroom teachers mastering evidence-based teaching techniques, principals supporting school-wide initiatives, districts providing professional development, and entire communities supporting the shift.
Because this transformation requires such coordinated effort, our Science of Reading Star Awards recognize excellence across every level of education, with categories that reflect this multi-level approach.
Individual categories
- Teachers who exemplify Science of Reading principles in daily instruction
- Instructional coaches driving literacy transformation
- Administrators leading successful reading initiatives
School categories
- Schools demonstrating significant reading growth through Science of Reading implementation
- Educational teams working together to strengthen early literacy skills
District categories
- Districts orchestrating system-wide literacy development improvements
- Large-scale Science of Reading transformations with measurable results
How our educator awards honor the winners
All award winners receive a comprehensive package designed to support their leadership and amplify their impact. Recognition includes:
- Honorary Amplify Ambassadorship, which provides access to our community of literacy leaders.
- Your story featured on our website and social media.
- Science of Reading starter library of resources to continue your journey.
- Enrollment in Science of Reading: The Learning Lab (for you and a friend).
- Tons of swag, of course!
Grand prize winners in the District and School categories will also get access to an exclusive library of professional development resources. The grand prize winner in the Individual category will be our guest, all expenses paid, at the Reading League’s 10th annual conference in Chicago next fall.
How to nominate the literacy stars in your sky
Do you know educators whose Science of Reading work deserves recognition—like our 2025 winners? A school team that has transformed reading outcomes? A district that has successfully implemented evidence-based literacy practices system-wide?
These are the stars guiding us toward a future where every child can read with confidence and joy. Help us get to know them!
We are accepting nominations through Feb. 13, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET. Submit your nomination today!
