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LIVE WEBINAR

Providing Direction:
Exploring The Reading League Compass

Host: Marisa Ramirez Stukey
Co-presenters: Natalie Gwishiri and Kari Kurto 

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Thursday, August 20, 2026  |  4:00–4:45 p.m. ET

Join Kari Kurto and Marisa Ramirez Stukey for Providing Direction: Exploring The Reading League Compass, an engaging virtual session introducing the latest updates to The Reading League Compass—a free, national resource hub designed to help educators, school leaders, policymakers, families, and literacy advocates confidently navigate evidence-aligned literacy practices.

Whether you're looking for trusted resources, evaluating curriculum, or strengthening literacy decision-making, this webinar will help you make the most of Compass and its newest tools.

In this session, you'll:

  • Explore the newest resources and enhancements available in The Reading League Compass.
  • Get an exclusive introduction to The Reading League's Curriculum Evaluation Guidelines (CEGs), 4th Edition.
  • Learn how the CEGs and Compass work together to support informed curriculum decisions, deepen understanding of the science of reading, and advance literacy outcomes for all learners.
  • Discover practical ways to use these free resources in your work.
  • Engage in a live Q&A and leave with answers to your questions about using Compass and the Curriculum Evaluation Guidelines in your work. 

Can't attend live? Be sure to register to receive access to the webinar recording.

Meet the Presenters

Marisa Ramirez Stukey

Marisa Ramirez Stukey

Chief Academic Officer
The Reading League

Natalie Gwishiri

Natalie Gwishiri

Academic Resource Specialist
The Reading League

Kari Kurto

Kari Kurto

 Director of Policy and Partnerships
The Reading League

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