about us
Partnering for literacy excellence
who we are
The Memphis Literacy Institute is a partner program of the Memphis Teacher Residency
Launched in 2021, MLI seeks to partner to train teachers, leaders, and support schools towards literacy excellence in teacher content-knowledge, curriculum, RTI, instructional practices, and literacy coaching–so that students taught by MLI-trained teachers and leaders would experience the dignity and equity of reading on grade level.
Vision
Every Memphis school effectively teaching reading
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.
MLI aims to fulfill this vision through several initiatives: school-based cohorts implementing a comprehensive literacy model, reading specialist cohorts certifying teachers and leaders with an accredited reading specialist endorsement, professional learning experiences centered on the science of reading, and the Memphis Literacy Conference to connect attendees to the research-based best practices in literacy.
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Reading Specialist Certification
Certifying teachers and leaders with an accredited Reading Specialist licensure endorsement and degree through Christian Brothers University.
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School-Based Partnerships
Equipping schools in the science of reading and implementation through cohort-based teacher training, coaching, and leader support.
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Professional Learning
Training teachers, leaders, and community stakeholders with tailored learning aligned to the science of reading. Launching Fall 2024.
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Literacy Conference
Connecting Memphis literacy stakeholders to research-based best practices in the science of reading.
Our Staff
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Mary Kamer
School Partnerships Lead
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Konrad Mueller
Content Specialist &
Memphis Literacy Conference Lead -
Calli Rollins
Literacy Coach & Literacy Camp Coordinator
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Emily Taubken
Memphis Literacy Institute Director
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Valen Warner
Content Specialist
