Special Release: Secondary Literacy Spotlight – A Conversation with Dr. Mitchell Brookins

Описание: We’re excited to reshare a wonderful episode you may have missed — and one that holds a very special place in our Grit & Grace archive.

This is our only episode that directly addresses secondary literacy, and we’re re-releasing it as a special feature so that more educators can benefit from Dr. Mitchell Brookins’ powerful insights.

In this episode of Grit & Grace: A Literacy Journey, we explore the complexities of adolescent and secondary literacy with Dr. Mitchell Brookins — a nationally recognized educational consultant, speaker, and leader in the Science of Reading movement.

With over 20 years of experience in K–12 education, Dr. Brookins shares practical strategies, transformative leadership insights, and a deep commitment to equity. From his early days in Chicago Public Schools to leading major literacy gains in New Orleans, Jackson Public Schools, Baltimore City, and rural districts, Dr. Brookins offers real-world guidance for educators working with older readers.

We also discuss how to have meaningful discussions around text — an essential skill for supporting comprehension, engagement, and deeper learning in secondary classrooms.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

The unique challenges and opportunities of secondary and adolescent literacy

How to implement evidence-based practices for struggling older readers

How to facilitate rich discussions around text in secondary classrooms

What it takes to shift school-wide culture around literacy

Lessons from urban and rural district transformation

The critical role of leadership in scaling the Science of Reading

Whether you’re a classroom teacher, literacy coach, school leader, or advocate, this special re-release offers grounded insight and practical tools to strengthen secondary literacy instruction.

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