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HEROES Literacy Instructional Team

The Oklahoma Legislature passed 70 O.S. § 1210.508H in 2023, which established a three-year pilot program to employ a literacy instructional team to support school districts in implementing the requirements of the Reading Sufficiency Act, now known as the Strong Readers Act. Placed regionally across the state, the HEROES literacy team is prepared to deploy professional development and ongoing coaching cycles regionally including support for district administration designing sustainable systems to Help Elevate Reading Outcomes for Every Student.

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School and District Coaching

The HEROES Literacy Instructional Team works hand-in-hand with schools and districts across Oklahoma to support strong literacy instruction. Our coaches collaborate with school leaders and teachers to understand each site’s unique needs and create practical, personalized plans that help students and educators succeed.

Dyslexia

Dyslexia is one of the most common learning differences, affecting students across Oklahoma in every community. Early identification and evidence-based interventions are critical to helping students with dyslexia thrive. OSDE is working to strengthen supports through teacher training, screening tools, and best literacy practices. Check out a few of the resources for teachers and families below.

Statewide Professional Development

The Oklahoma State Department of Education HEROES Literacy Team is bringing Pages Across the Plains: HEROES Regional Summer Literacy Workshops 2026 to locations across Oklahoma—offering FREE, high-impact professional learning designed with real classrooms in mind.

This two-day experience kicks off with Camp Read-A-Lot, a fun, family literacy night that brings the community together to celebrate reading, followed by a full day of engaging, educator-focused workshops. Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or support staff, you’ll find meaningful breakout sessions, practical strategies you can use immediately, and opportunities to collaborate with educators from across the state.

Don’t miss this chance to recharge, connect, and head into the new school year inspired and equipped for literacy success!

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Last Modified on Apr 14, 2026
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