What Is the Iowa Science of Reading Summit?

The Iowa Science of Reading Summit is an annual event hosted by the Iowa Reading Research Center that gathers educators from across Iowa and surrounding states to expand their knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices and the science of reading. 

The summit aims to support student literacy by:

  • Cultivating a community of educators who are data-driven, informed on current research, and critical consumers of reading curricula and assessments
  • Providing educators with actionable strategies to translate research into practice

Who Should Attend?

This summit is for in-service, school-based personnel (teachers, paraprofessionals, school administrators, district administrators, and AEA staff members) striving to positively impact student literacy.

Why Should You Attend?

  • Discover the latest research, resources, and best practices in literacy instruction.
  • Learn from leaders in literacy research, instruction, and advocacy.
  • Share your knowledge and build community with fellow attendees.
  • Speak with representatives from literacy-oriented exhibitor and sponsor groups.
  • Gain actionable activities and strategies to implement in the classroom.

A Glimpse From Last Year

IRRC staff member holds an umbrella and a LIFTER sign. Two IRRC staff members sit at the summit check-in table. IRRC Director Shawn Datchuk extends his arm during a presentation. A summit exhibitor speaks with a summit attendee at her exhibit table. Two teachers sit at a table and talk. Teacher poses for photo with Herky. Woman holds up her hand while presenting. Summit keynote speaker gestures with both arms will presenting on stage. Featured speaker at summit presents on stage. IRRC staff member holds book while presenting a PowerPoint. IRRC staff member stands in front of a crowd in a conference room School administrators sit at a desk taking notes and watching a presenter