memphis literacy institute

Reading is a Human and Civil Right

our mission & Vision

We will partner to train teachers, leaders, and support schools toward literacy excellence.

Our training and support covers teacher content knowledge, curriculum, RTI, instructional practices, and literacy coaching—so that students taught by MLI-trained and supported teachers are reading at grade level.

The goal is that every school in Memphis would implement research-based literacy best practices and be equipped for literacy success such that every student in Memphis would experience the dignity and equity of reading on grade level.

  • Reading Specialist Certification

    Certifying teachers and leaders with an accredited Reading Specialist licensure endorsement and degree through Christian Brothers University.

  • School-Based Partnerships

    Equipping schools in the science of reading and implementation through cohort-based teacher training, coaching, and leader support.

  • Professional Learning

    Training teachers, leaders, and community stakeholders with tailored learning aligned to the science of reading. Launching Fall 2024.

  • Literacy Conference

    Connecting Memphis literacy stakeholders to research-based best practices in the science of reading.

Give today to see a better Memphis tomorrow.

We could not do this work without you!