Beyond Grade 3 — Adolescent Literacy in Alabama
Join us as we continue the conversation on Uncovering the Logic of English with a follow-up session focused on literacy beyond the elementary grades. In Alabama, adolescent literacy — supporting readers beyond Grade 3 — is critical to closing gaps and building lifelong readers.
Speaker: Misty Wilson, Education Specialist, Beyond Grade 3, Alabama Reading Initiative
Misty Barrett Wilson is an education specialist supporting the Alabama Reading Initiative-Beyond Grade 3 with a focus on advancing adolescent literacy and equipping educators to strengthen literacy outcomes for all students. A passionate educator, fierce advocate for teachers and students, and firm believer in the power of literacy to unlock opportunity, Misty believes literacy is the golden thread that weaves together learning across all content areas. She believes all content teachers must be equipped with the knowledge and training to support readers through evidence-based instructional practices that make content accessible while accelerating student learning. Misty is not just a dreamer—she is a determiner. As the mother of a child with dyslexia, she brings both personal perspective and professional dedication to her work, fueling her commitment to empowering educators and ensuring students have access to meaningful literacy experiences that open doors for future success.