LITERACY CHAMPIONS

The 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’re eager to celebrate your accomplishments with the Science of Reading Star Awards.

We are accepting nominations through Feb. 14, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Submit your nomination
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Get excited for the prizes!

Exceptional accomplishments deserve to be rewarded.

All award winners will receive:

  • Recognition on Amplify channels.
  • Honorary Amplify Ambassadorship.
  • Amplification on our website and social media.
  • A Science of Reading starter library.
  • Enrollment in Science of Reading: The Learning Lab for the winner and a friend.
  • Tons of swag!

The grand prize winners in the District and School categories 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 a literacy conference.

Recognizing leaders in education

Learning to read is nothing short of a transformation—and 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 the celebration—help us recognize these heroes!

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“Receiving this award is really an honor. It’s an amazing feeling to be recognized for work that I care so deeply about. At the same time I have to dedicate this award to the amazing educators that I work with, and the supportive administrators that we’ve had along the way. It really is a team effort.”

—Reena Mathew, Literacy Coach

Suffern Central School District, NY

An award category for everyone!

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District:
The District Captain

For a district that exemplifies strong Science of Reading practices across the board

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School:
The Literacy Legend

For a school that has seen significant school-wide reading gains among their students when using the Science of Reading

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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

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Individual:
The Changemaker

For showcasing exemplary Science of Reading routines and practices, and serving as an inspiration to others on the journey

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Individual:
The Language Luminary

For outstanding success in developing the skills and strengths of emergent bilingual students and multilingual/English learners

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Individual:
The MTSS Maestro

For expertly using data to drive instruction within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports framework, identifying student needs with precision, and implementing targeted interventions that accelerate literacy growth for every learner

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Individual:
The Science of Reading Rookie

For a teacher in their first three years of teaching, already making strides with the Science of Reading

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Individual:
The Science of Reading Scholar

For an educator who keeps their colleagues up to speed in the latest research around and application of the Science of Reading

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Individual:
The Writing Whiz

For integrating writing instruction with the Science of Reading and cultivating articulate and confident writers through innovative and effective practices

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“I’ve been teaching for 17 years, so getting this award after starting to integrate the Science of Reading really validated what I was doing, solidified it in my classroom, and made me realize that I was doing the right thing after all.”

—Jennifer Dove, Grade 3 Teacher

Rockingham County, Virginia

Submit a nomination to the Science of Reading Star Awards!

Entry is quick and simple—just provide the required information and an overview of the nominee you think deserves recognition.

Submit now
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  • You may submit multiple entries, but please nominate for only one category at a time.
  • Your submission can include an overview of the educator, school, or district’s 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/or 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’d love to hear about it.
  • As part of your entry, you agree to allow us to contact you about the details of your application.
  • A member of the team will be in contact by March 2027 if you are short-listed as a finalist.