Lewis Carroll wrote, “Sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." In this episode, Dr. Noland challenges you to turn the "impossible" into "possible.”

Literacy leaders around the world are leading the way toward transformational change in literacy instruction. “You’re the ones carrying the torch, lighting the path, walking the halls, and reminding educators what we need to do for evidence-based practices of teaching, according to what the science says.”

When you see a raised hand, what words come to your mind? Curiosity? Vulnerability? Courage? Leadership? Engagement? 

In this episode, Dr. Noland will discuss the importance of hand raising as literacy leaders. "Hand raising is about having a spirit within you that says I am willing to step my foot forward when it's uncomfortable. As literacy leaders, we need to be ones that are hand raisers. We are the go getters. We are the ones that forge the trail sometimes. Our passion is literacy outcomes. Our passion is transforming our world." Let's learn how to confidently and boldly raise our hands together. 

In this dynamic conversation, Dr. John Wyble and Dr. Terrie Noland sit down to discuss the societal impacts of reading rates. In this episode the discussion centers around how the Center for Literacy and Learning are tackling these issues by bringing together cross-functional educational stakeholders. An increased awareness and education on the impacts of reading rates has created a grassroots mobilization effort in Louisiana. "It's going to start with bringing parents, educators, businesses, entrepreneurs, together, legislators, to be able to make impacts in improving literacy rates, because there is no greater societal impact at stake" says Dr. Terrie Noland.  

About our guest, Dr. John Wyble: 

Dr. John Wyble is an accomplished, nationally certified executive with more than 28 years of service as an advocate for education, healthcare, quality of life, and economic independence for all citizens. As a leader, strategist, and collaborator, Dr. Wyble brings diverse experience and has demonstrated success leading complex organizations to sustained and strategic growth. His expertise includes executive leadership, organizational growth and development, building collaborations and alliances, and governmental advocacy.

As President & CEO of The Center for Literacy & Learning, Dr. Wyble is bringing forward an aggressive vision where all students are provided a strong foundation for lifelong learning through literacy comprehension and fluency, beginning with quality programming and support in early childhood development. His vision, leadership, and genuine regard and care for all people are core strengths that distinguish him as a consummate professional. Dr. Wyble has created, expanded, and led organizations on national, state, and local levels. He has worked for more than 20 years in governmental advocacy in Washington, DC, Baton Rouge, LA, and many states across the country. In 2009, he founded Leadership Concepts with a mission to help organizations and individuals who do good….do good BETTER.

In the second part of this two-part series, we dive deep into the last five of eight reasons why belonging to a community is as essential, vital, and integral to our lives as the air we breathe. We all are part of many different communities, even if we don't realize it. Being part of a literacy leadership community is an essential component of our educational journey. "We are here for the advancement of literacy for our kids, and we can't do it alone. Community is so important. It's the foundation for what we do in education and it's only through other people that we're going to make a change in literacy."

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In the first part of this two-part series, we dive deep into the first three of eight reasons why belonging to a community is as essential, vital, and integral to our lives as the air we breathe. We all are part of many different communities, even if we don't realize it. Being part of a literacy leadership community is an essential component of our educational journey. "We are here for the advancement of literacy for our kids, and we can't do it alone. Community is so important. It's it's the foundation for what we do in education and it's only through other people that we're going to make a change in literacy." 

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Sometimes when we go on a journey we forget why we started the journey in the first place. This episode is all about doing a reset on why you need the Learning Ally Literacy Leadership Podcast in your life.  We dive into the reason why this Podcast was started and why this journey is critical.  A reset seems fitting as the big box store shelves are filling up with school supplies. Not only should you commit to the journey, you should bring your friends along with us.

There are tiny moves that leaders can execute on that will separate them from the crowd. One of those tiny moves is to leave notes.  Yes, that’s right! Leave notes to recognize, appreciate and honor someone else. This podcast discusses 4 easy steps to being an effective note-writer and leaves you with an understanding of the power of a single note. 

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As literacy leaders, we need to consistently assess and reassess what makes others thirsty for knowledge. Let's be like scientists as literacy leaders as we follow the science behind best practices in literacy instruction.This podcast recaps the theme of the 7th annual virtual Spotlight on Dyslexia Conference; Listen, Learn, Lead. My hope is that you will find inspiration in this episode - inspiration to elevate ourselves and those around us. 

This week we bring on a special guest, Coach Jae, to dive into a topic that is critical to every student and every educator. We must know how to handle our own trauma to model good healthy coping skills to our students.

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The most effective thing that any Literacy Leader can do is to spend time reviewing their year.  This podcast lays out 6 steps on how to explicitly complete a year in review. The bad news is that it will be messy the first year, the beautiful news is that it will get better and easier and more fulfilling year after year.  Also, when you complete a year in review, you set yourself with a competitive edge as a Literacy Leader.