WE ARE ALL BETTER WHEN WE WORK TOGETHER
#TRLSummit2026 is headed to Syracuse, New York! Join a community of educators, researchers, and leaders committed to understanding and using literacy data to transform student outcomes.
Over two powerful days, we’ll:
- Dispel misconceptions about literacy assessment and data use.
- Explore the latest research from the nation’s leading experts.
- Translate numbers into action so every student receives instruction aligned to their needs.
When we move from confusion to clarity, we unlock the power to teach with purpose, precision, and impact.
Our Keynote
Reading Assessment: Why We Do the Things We Do
Christopher Schatschneider, a leading expert in educational psychology and Associate Director of the Florida Center for Reading Research, brings his deep knowledge of reading development and assessment to The Reading League Summit with an engaging opening keynote. With decades of experience at the intersection of research, measurement, and instruction, Schatschneider will walk participants through essential lessons learned through the history of reading assessment. Blending insight with humor and clarity, he will highlight how shifts in assessment practices have impacted classroom instruction—and what educators can take away to inform their own teaching today. This session will bridge research and practice, helping us understand where reading assessment has been, where it’s going—and why it matters for our students.
Why Attend the Summit
Don’t miss this opportunity to bring your school team together to examine assessment practices through a research-based lens. You’ll leave equipped to confidently select reading assessments, analyze student and system data, and lead effective school data meetings—turning information into instructional impact that directly benefits your students.
The Panels
Adrea Truckenmiller
Associate Professor,
Michigan State University
Anita Archer
Educational Consultant,
Anita L. Archer Ph.D. Inc.
New in 2026: Hands-On Data Workshops
At the Summit, participants will engage in interactive data workshops using real K–5 decoding and language comprehension data. Adrea Truckenmiller will guide attendees through analyzing what the numbers reveal about student learning and instructional next steps, while Anita Archer will focus on using instructional data to examine teaching practices and improve outcomes. Teams will leave with practical strategies and shared understanding ready for immediate implementation.
Adrea Truckenmiller
Associate Professor,
Michigan State University
Anita Archer
Educational Consultant,
Anita L. Archer Ph.D. Inc.
New in 2026: Hands-On Data Workshops
At the Summit, participants will engage in interactive data workshops using real K–5 decoding and language comprehension data. Adrea Truckenmiller will guide attendees through analyzing what the numbers reveal about student learning and instructional next steps, while Anita Archer will focus on using instructional data to examine teaching practices and improve outcomes. Teams will leave with practical strategies and shared understanding ready for immediate implementation.
Need Approval to Attend the Summit?
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What Past Attendees Are Saying
“I just attended my first Summit, and it did not disappoint. This event was more than a conference—it was an opportunity for the Science of Reading community to come together, reflect, and engage in honest conversations about our progress and the misconceptions that have developed along the way.”
“What an amazing conference! Thank you for bringing together so many great minds to discuss the future of reading. Our team is still talking about all their takeaways.”
“As a new board member of The Reading League California, this was my first TRL Summit. I highly recommend it! I love the focus on making sure research informs practice and practice informs research. Both are essential for student learning!”
What is the Summit?
The Reading League’s Summit is a one-of-a-kind national gathering that brings together researchers, practitioners, and literacy leaders to examine a timely topic related to the science of reading. Unlike a traditional conference, the Summit offers an immersive shared experience: panelists elevate research from differing perspectives, unpack points of confusion, and highlight the implications for classroom practice. The 2026 theme, From Confusion to Clarity: Turning Data Into Instructional Impact, will focus on how educators can use data effectively to maximize student learning. Analyzing data from real students and schools will be woven throughout the event, grounding the conversations in authentic contexts. Over two days, everyone is in the same room, learning together as essential questions about reading assessment – drawn directly from the field – are explored and answered. Attendees leave with clarity and confidence to translate insights from data into action, strengthen instructional decision-making, and drive meaningful student outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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