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.
Important Links and Documents
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.
Contact Information
- Megan Ashbaugh
Program Manager, Literacy
(405) 521-3363 - Classie Nolan
Regional Literacy Lead
(405) 521-2784 - Meredith Franklin
Regional Literacy Lead
(405) 522-9064 - Ashley Weaver
Regional Literacy Lead
(405) 522-9068 - Karla Jordan
Regional Literacy Lead
(405) 522-1718 - Kiley Aleman
Regional Literacy Lead
(405) 522-6261 - Nicole Haught
Regional Literacy Lead
(405) 522-9069