Below are professional organizations you can join (free or for cost) to deepen your knowledge of the Science of Reading and connect with other professionals. If you are interested in taking the CERI (Center for Effective Reading Instruction) test, click here.
Reading Rockets: Rocket Blasts
Each weekday morning, Reading Rockets sends an e-mail with three to four of that day's top news headlines on reading, literacy, early childhood, and elementary education issues. A weekly version of Rocket Blasts is also available.
Membership cost: Free
Sign up for Rocket Blasts here
International Literacy Association
ILA publishes research, sets standards for literacy professionals, and advocates for funding and policies supporting the literacy needs of school districts, teachers, and students around the world.
Membership cost: $44/year
Read about membership benefits here
The Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children (DABC) is a national literacy justice organization advancing equitable literacy access, dyslexia advocacy, and culturally responsive educational systems through family leadership, educator learning, and systems transformation.
DABC provides resources and hosts workshops and conferences for educators.
Read more about DABC here
SPELLTALK Listserv
SPELLTalk is a free listserv discussion group for researchers, educators, and other professionals dedicated to improving literacy through discussion of research and evidence-based best practices.The listserv is a place to exchange questions, ideas, and comments about current research and best practices in literacy.
Membership cost: Free
Sign up for the listserv here
Decoding Dyslexia DC
Decoding Dyslexia DC is a grassroots movement of families working to improve outcomes for students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties. The organization provides webinars, events, and resources for DC families while advocating for effective screening, intervention, and support in schools.
Read about the organization here
International Dyslexia Association
The IDA is an organization dedicated to creating a future for all individuals who struggle with dyslexia and other related reading differences so that they may have richer, more robust lives and access to the tools and resources they need.
Membership cost: *NEW* - 1 year free
Sign up for membership here
The Reading League DC works to align teacher practice with the Science of Reading through conferences, lectures, and publications.
Membership cost: Free
Read about membership benefits here