Dr. Maria Murray of The Reading League: Supporting Reading Difficulties for All Students

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Maria Murray, CEO of The Reading League, to explore the transformative impact of evidence-aligned literacy instruction. Passionate about ensuring all students have access to effective reading education, Dr. Murray shares her journey, discusses the science of reading, and highlights why early intervention is key—especially for students struggling with dyslexia or learning English.

Join us as we uncover:

•  The importance of early intervention and how it shapes literacy success
•  How The Reading League is helping educators shift to evidence-aligned instruction
•  Strategies to support struggling readers, including those with dyslexia
•  Practical guidelines and tools for educators looking to improve reading outcomes

This is a must-listen for educators, school leaders, and literacy advocates dedicated to making reading instruction accessible, equitable, and impactful.

Listen now and be part of the conversation on literacy transformation

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction to The Reading League
• 2:15 Dr. Murray's Journey into Literacy Education
• 13:15 The Pain of Illiteracy for Children
• 22:05 Building The Reading League
• 29:10 Creating Resources for Educators
• 36:20 Teacher Preparation Programs
• 43:05 Early Intervention and Special Populations
• 49:10 Administrator Support and Professional Growth
• 52:50 Vision for the Future of Literacy