What does it take to disrupt the "way it has always been done"? Dr. Ernie Ortiz, Senior Literacy Engagement Specialist with AIM Institute for Learning and Research, joins us to discuss this important question. As a former teacher, school leader, and current national leader, he realizes that leaders play a critical role in student achievement. The approach leaders take often make or break systems and change within classrooms, schools, and districts. How can a side by side approach with leaders as learners (rather than top down with leaders as managers) be more supportive of schools achieving greatness for students?

Resources

AIM Institute: https://institute.aimpa.org/
Dr. Ernesto Ortiz Twitter
What is the Science of Reading?, The Reading League
Knowledge Matters Campaign

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Ep. 141: Literacy Leaders as Agents of Change