Share Your Expertise at Spotlight on Dyslexia 2026

Spotlight on Dyslexia is one of the nation’s leading professional learning experiences for educators, specialists, and school leaders committed to improving literacy outcomes. Each year, we bring together voices that push the field forward—researchers, practitioners, innovators, and educators who are driving real change for students with dyslexia and reading difficulties.

We are now accepting proposals for breakout sessions for the 2026 conference, taking place Thursday, June 4, 2026 on Zoom Events.

If you have evidence-based practices, actionable strategies, new research, or real-world implementation stories that elevate literacy and support diverse learners, we want to hear from you. Proposals are due by January 26, 2026.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome proposals that reflect strong research foundations, practical application, and a commitment to improving instructional practice. Ideal sessions include:

  • Evidence-based instructional strategies rooted in the science of reading

  • Early identification, assessment, and intervention approaches

  • Systems-level implementation for schools and districts

  • Supporting diverse learners, including multilingual and struggling readers

  • Technology, innovation, and tools that enhance literacy instruction

  • Leadership-focused content for administrators and decision-makers

  • Sessions that amplify educator, student, or community perspectives

Presenters should be prepared to deliver engaging, actionable 45–60 minute virtual sessions designed for a broad professional audience.

Who Should Submit

We encourage proposals from:

  • Researchers and academic experts

  • General and special educators

  • Reading specialists, coaches, and interventionists

  • School and district leaders

  • Clinicians, psychologists, and specialists

  • Organizations or teams leading literacy transformation

  • Community advocates with evidence-based insights

If your work drives measurable improvement in literacy outcomes, your voice belongs on our virtual stage.

Why Present at SPOD 2026

  • Share your expertise with thousands of educators nationwide

  • Elevate your research, practice, or work to a wider audience

  • Contribute to a growing community committed to advancing reading success

  • Gain visibility as a thought leader in dyslexia and literacy education

  • Support meaningful change for students who need it most

 

Ready to join us?

If you’re ready to contribute your voice to this year’s conference, we invite you to submit your proposal using the form below. Whether you bring research, classroom practice, or system-level insights, SPOD 2026 is the place to share work that moves educators and students forward.