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On the Road to Literacy Success

On the Road to Literacy Success

Hosted by: Dr. Staci Bain

"On the Road to Literacy Success" is here to be a HELPFUL PART of your daily teaching, learning, and leadership life. If you're striving to get the MOST amount of kiddos as possible reading, spelling, writing,...

Episodes

Season 2, Ep. 15: Write ON! with Enid Bailot

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In this episode, we connect with Enid Ballot, a deeply committed and knowledgeable literacy expert who has helped shape and expand the national and international Science ofĀ Literacy conversation. Through her...
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Season 2, Ep. 14: Literacy Implementation Leadership w/Dr. Liz Ritz

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On this episode of On the Road to Literacy Success, Dr. Liz Ritz describes how school districts can implement Science of Reading-aligned practices in a way that is cohesive, clear, and coherent across classrooms,...
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Season 2, Ep. 13 - A Superintendent's Message: Centering the Humanity of Our Work w/Dr. Tim Lawless

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NOTE: We apologize for the audio quality on Dr. Bain’s track and appreciate your understanding. Season 2, Ep. 13: A Superintendent’s Message: Centering the Humanity of Our Work w/ Dr. Tim Lawless In this meaningful...
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Season 2, Ep. 12: Supporting Multilingual Learners w/Karen Wattenmaker

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In Season 2, Episode 12 of On the Road to Literacy Success Podcast, Staci Bain sits down with Karen Wattenmaker of Edu-Partners to discuss the comprehensive language and literacy work required to build a literate...
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Season 2, Ep. 11: A Conversation with Literacy Expert Jan Hasbrouck

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In this conversation, Jan Hasbrouck shares practical, research-aligned insight on what strengthens literacy outcomes in real schools. She explains why explicit instruction remains essential, why many systems are...
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Season 2, Episode 10: A Joy-Filled Chat with Author Kristen Wilks

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In this episode of On The Road To Literacy Success, host Dr. Staci Bain sits down with children’s author Kristen Wilks to explore how storytelling helps build strong, motivated readers. Kristen shares how her love of...
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Season 2, Ep. 9: Learning About Language Development w/Arti Shah

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In this cozy, practical conversation, Dr. Staci Bain sits down with speech-language pathologist and literacy advocate Arti Shah to unpack how language development fuels reading and writing success—from babies (0–3) to...
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Season 2, Ep. 8: Literacy Instruction with Dr. Throndsen

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šŸŽ™ļø On the Road to Literacy Success Podcast In this episode of On the Road to Literacy Success, host Staci Bain, Ed.D. sits down with Jennifer Throndsen, founder of Impactful Learning Designs and former Department of...
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Season 2, Ep. 7: Teacher Lunch with Jenn and Mel

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In this episode, Dr. Staci Bain speaks with Jenn and Mel from Teacher Lunch, who share their journey of creating TikToks that bring joy to teachers and celebrate the profession. They discuss the importance of...
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Season 2, Ep. 6: Tier 1 with Vicki Ferrari (Part 2)

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In Part 2 of this conversation, we go straight to the heart of what teachers and leaders are wrestling with in Tier 1 literacy: overwhelm, uncertainty, and the pressure to ā€œget it rightā€ for every student in the...
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Season 2, Ep. 5 - Tier 1 w/Vicki Ferrari (Part 1)

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In this episode, Dr. Staci Bain sits down with the brilliant and deeply committed Vicki Ferrari to talk about what it really takes to make Tier 1 work in real classrooms. Together, they dive into the clarity,...
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Season 2, Ep. 4 - An Uplifting Conversation w/Author & Speaker Erin Jones

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In this episode of On the Road to Literacy Success, I sit down with THE Erin Jones — author, speaker, equity advocate, and longtime educator whose work reminds us that love + strong instruction can truly change...
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