Evidence-Based Practices in Adolescent Literacy

Join REL Northwest for a virtual webinar exploring how state and district leaders are putting research on adolescent literacy into practice. Angelica Cruz of the Oregon Department of Education will share Oregon’s Adolescent Literacy Framework and resources. Tami Smith and Erika Rudnicki of Federal Way Public Schools will discuss the development and implementation of reading interventions using the Institute of Education Sciences practice guide Providing Reading Interventions for Students in Grades 4–9. Jason Slater and Jimmy Lewis of Whitehall Public Schools will share the district’s work on reading in grades 6–12, including English language arts vertical alignment. The 60-minute webinar includes a moderated panel discussion and audience Q&A. November 16, 2026, 7:00–8:00 PM Eastern Time (4:00–5:00 PM Pacific Time).