Maryland Initiative for Literacy & Equity (MILE)
@mdliteracyequity.bsky.social
An interdisciplinary initiative advancing literacy + equity in MD 📚 •📍University of Maryland + Morgan State University
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There's less than one week left to submit your proposals! Be sure to submit your proposal for the Dual Language Educator Conference by February 15th 🗓️ The conference is set for May 16th, stay tuned for registration information.
THREAD 1/3 (espańol/français) DEADLINE EXTENDED 🚨 We invite educators & leaders in Dual Language Bilingual Ed, including both two-way & immersion programs, to submit session proposals for the Dual Language Educator Conference. Submit proposals by February 15th! Click the link in bio to learn more 🔗
February 10, 2026 at 5:16 PM
There's less than one week left to submit your proposals! Be sure to submit your proposal for the Dual Language Educator Conference by February 15th 🗓️ The conference is set for May 16th, stay tuned for registration information.
MILE is excited to present our upcoming Lunch & Learn on with Jade Wexler. This talk, hosted virtually, includes insights beneficial to secondary administrators, leadership teams, and teachers. Learn more and register below.
Date: Feb 11 | Time: 12:00 PM | Virtual
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Date: Feb 11 | Time: 12:00 PM | Virtual
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Evidence and Lessons Learned from A Secondary Schoolwide Literacy Model Approach — Maryland Initiative for Literacy & Equity
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February 3, 2026 at 8:35 PM
MILE is excited to present our upcoming Lunch & Learn on with Jade Wexler. This talk, hosted virtually, includes insights beneficial to secondary administrators, leadership teams, and teachers. Learn more and register below.
Date: Feb 11 | Time: 12:00 PM | Virtual
www.mile.umd.edu/calendar/sec...
Date: Feb 11 | Time: 12:00 PM | Virtual
www.mile.umd.edu/calendar/sec...
Meet Dr. April Baker-Bell, our symposium speaker! Dr. Baker-Bell will lead "Linguistic Justice: From Theory to Praxis," a workshop exploring ways to integrate the principles of Linguistic Justice in curriculum + instruction
Feb 13 | 📍 MSU | Learn more/register: mile.umd.edu/research-symposium-2026
Feb 13 | 📍 MSU | Learn more/register: mile.umd.edu/research-symposium-2026
January 23, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Meet Dr. April Baker-Bell, our symposium speaker! Dr. Baker-Bell will lead "Linguistic Justice: From Theory to Praxis," a workshop exploring ways to integrate the principles of Linguistic Justice in curriculum + instruction
Feb 13 | 📍 MSU | Learn more/register: mile.umd.edu/research-symposium-2026
Feb 13 | 📍 MSU | Learn more/register: mile.umd.edu/research-symposium-2026
MILE is excited to announce our symposium co-host, the National Center for the Elimination of Educational Disparities (NCEED). We look forward to collaborating with NCEED to host this annual day of learning and collaboration. Learn more and register: www.mile.umd.edu/research-sym...
January 12, 2026 at 3:35 PM
MILE is excited to announce our symposium co-host, the National Center for the Elimination of Educational Disparities (NCEED). We look forward to collaborating with NCEED to host this annual day of learning and collaboration. Learn more and register: www.mile.umd.edu/research-sym...
THREAD 1/3 (espańol/français) DEADLINE EXTENDED 🚨 We invite educators & leaders in Dual Language Bilingual Ed, including both two-way & immersion programs, to submit session proposals for the Dual Language Educator Conference. Submit proposals by February 15th! Click the link in bio to learn more 🔗
January 9, 2026 at 5:04 PM
THREAD 1/3 (espańol/français) DEADLINE EXTENDED 🚨 We invite educators & leaders in Dual Language Bilingual Ed, including both two-way & immersion programs, to submit session proposals for the Dual Language Educator Conference. Submit proposals by February 15th! Click the link in bio to learn more 🔗
Our latest lunch and learn with Dr. Donald Bolger and Dr. Courtney Overton is now available on our YouTube channel. Check it out here: youtu.be/UgyNkDiDNhs
Understanding the New Definition of Dyslexia with DJ Bolger and Courtney Overton
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December 18, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Our latest lunch and learn with Dr. Donald Bolger and Dr. Courtney Overton is now available on our YouTube channel. Check it out here: youtu.be/UgyNkDiDNhs
Don’t miss our webinar on December 16th at 12:00 PM, “Understanding the New Definition of Dyslexia: How Brain and Language Science Inform our Outlook” 🔗 Click the link in bio to register!
December 11, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Don’t miss our webinar on December 16th at 12:00 PM, “Understanding the New Definition of Dyslexia: How Brain and Language Science Inform our Outlook” 🔗 Click the link in bio to register!
English/espańol/français THREAD 1/3: We invite educators and leaders in Dual Language Bilingual Education, including both two-way and immersion programs, to submit session proposals for the Dual Language Educator Conference. Submit proposals by January 11th! Click the link in bio to learn more 🔗
December 5, 2025 at 7:16 PM
English/espańol/français THREAD 1/3: We invite educators and leaders in Dual Language Bilingual Education, including both two-way and immersion programs, to submit session proposals for the Dual Language Educator Conference. Submit proposals by January 11th! Click the link in bio to learn more 🔗
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We’re looking forward to this month’s Network Event. MythBusting: The Science of Reading Edition, held in collaboration with the Maryland Initiative for Literacy and Equity @mdliteracyequity.bsky.social
We’ll explore common misconceptions about the Science of Reading.
Wednesday, December 3rd
We’ll explore common misconceptions about the Science of Reading.
Wednesday, December 3rd
December 2, 2025 at 10:29 PM
We’re looking forward to this month’s Network Event. MythBusting: The Science of Reading Edition, held in collaboration with the Maryland Initiative for Literacy and Equity @mdliteracyequity.bsky.social
We’ll explore common misconceptions about the Science of Reading.
Wednesday, December 3rd
We’ll explore common misconceptions about the Science of Reading.
Wednesday, December 3rd
On December 3rd at 12:00 PM, head to Tawes Hall at UMD to hear from Dr. Ana Taboada Barber at her upcoming talk, Reading Science for Emergent Bilinguals: Evidence from Bilingual Cognition. This event is part of UMD's Human Development Colloquium Series.
Learn more: www.mile.umd.edu/calendar/rea...
Learn more: www.mile.umd.edu/calendar/rea...
Reading Science for Emergent Bilinguals: Evidence from Bilingual Cognition — Maryland Initiative for Literacy & Equity
Hear from MILE team member Dr. Ana Taboada Barber at her upcoming talk, Reading Science for Emergent Bilinguals: Evidence from Bilingual Cognition, as part of the University of Maryland’s Human Deve...
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December 1, 2025 at 8:32 PM
On December 3rd at 12:00 PM, head to Tawes Hall at UMD to hear from Dr. Ana Taboada Barber at her upcoming talk, Reading Science for Emergent Bilinguals: Evidence from Bilingual Cognition. This event is part of UMD's Human Development Colloquium Series.
Learn more: www.mile.umd.edu/calendar/rea...
Learn more: www.mile.umd.edu/calendar/rea...
Reserva la fecha para la conferencia de los educadores de la educación bilingüe.
November 25, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Reserva la fecha para la conferencia de los educadores de la educación bilingüe.
Save the date for the 3rd annual MILE Dual Language Educator Conference!
November 25, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Save the date for the 3rd annual MILE Dual Language Educator Conference!
El Laboratorio de Diversidad Lingüística busca familias bilingües (español/inglés) para un estudio sobre el uso del idioma en la infancia.
Niños de 4 a 9 años (Padres mayores de 18 años) | 30 min | $20 | En línea o presencial | ¿Te interesa? Haz clic en el enlace de la biografía
Niños de 4 a 9 años (Padres mayores de 18 años) | 30 min | $20 | En línea o presencial | ¿Te interesa? Haz clic en el enlace de la biografía
November 19, 2025 at 5:19 PM
El Laboratorio de Diversidad Lingüística busca familias bilingües (español/inglés) para un estudio sobre el uso del idioma en la infancia.
Niños de 4 a 9 años (Padres mayores de 18 años) | 30 min | $20 | En línea o presencial | ¿Te interesa? Haz clic en el enlace de la biografía
Niños de 4 a 9 años (Padres mayores de 18 años) | 30 min | $20 | En línea o presencial | ¿Te interesa? Haz clic en el enlace de la biografía
UMD’s Language Diversity Lab is seeking bilingual (Spanish/English) families for a study on how children use their languages.
👧 Ages 4-9 (Parents ages 18+) | 🕐 30 min | 💰 $20 | Online or in person
Learn more: www.mile.umd.edu/news/study-o... | Contact: ldl.hesp@umd.edu (301) 531-4864
👧 Ages 4-9 (Parents ages 18+) | 🕐 30 min | 💰 $20 | Online or in person
Learn more: www.mile.umd.edu/news/study-o... | Contact: ldl.hesp@umd.edu (301) 531-4864
November 19, 2025 at 5:15 PM
UMD’s Language Diversity Lab is seeking bilingual (Spanish/English) families for a study on how children use their languages.
👧 Ages 4-9 (Parents ages 18+) | 🕐 30 min | 💰 $20 | Online or in person
Learn more: www.mile.umd.edu/news/study-o... | Contact: ldl.hesp@umd.edu (301) 531-4864
👧 Ages 4-9 (Parents ages 18+) | 🕐 30 min | 💰 $20 | Online or in person
Learn more: www.mile.umd.edu/news/study-o... | Contact: ldl.hesp@umd.edu (301) 531-4864
We’re honored to be named one of the five campaign priorities in the College of Education’s Forward: Read all about it here: mile.umd.edu/news/mile-among-top-five-priorities
MILE Among Top Five Priorities in UMD College of Education’s Forward Campaign — Maryland Initiative for Literacy & Equity
The Maryland Initiative for Literacy & Equity (MILE) is honored to be named one of the five campaign priorities in the College of Education’s Forward: The University of Maryland Campaign for the F...
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November 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
We’re honored to be named one of the five campaign priorities in the College of Education’s Forward: Read all about it here: mile.umd.edu/news/mile-among-top-five-priorities
Our team was excited to collaborate with CEii to host a half-day Science of Learning workshop for their new network members! MILE team member Heather Blackwell facilitated the session, sharing practical, research-backed strategies to help students learn more deeply and fairly across all subjects.
November 10, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Our team was excited to collaborate with CEii to host a half-day Science of Learning workshop for their new network members! MILE team member Heather Blackwell facilitated the session, sharing practical, research-backed strategies to help students learn more deeply and fairly across all subjects.
Every child deserves to be healthy, safe, and supported. That’s why we’re excited to highlight the Karabelle Pizzigati Initiative’s lecture with Sean Johnson on Nov 6th at 4:30 PM in 0301 Thurgood Marshall Hall. RSVP: go.umd.edu/kpilecture2025
November 4, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Every child deserves to be healthy, safe, and supported. That’s why we’re excited to highlight the Karabelle Pizzigati Initiative’s lecture with Sean Johnson on Nov 6th at 4:30 PM in 0301 Thurgood Marshall Hall. RSVP: go.umd.edu/kpilecture2025
The MILE team took the stage at the 9th Annual Reading League Conference in Chicago! Drs. Gibson, Bolger & Groth led a panel on Maryland’s Science of Reading implementation, equity, & parent engagement. Read more here: www.mile.umd.edu/news/from-po...
October 23, 2025 at 8:18 PM
The MILE team took the stage at the 9th Annual Reading League Conference in Chicago! Drs. Gibson, Bolger & Groth led a panel on Maryland’s Science of Reading implementation, equity, & parent engagement. Read more here: www.mile.umd.edu/news/from-po...
Introducing our new Executive Director, Laura Groth 📣! A researcher, coach, and education expert with 15+ years in K-12 and higher ed research, policy, and project management, Laura brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to MILE. The team can't wait to further our mission under her leadership!
October 23, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Introducing our new Executive Director, Laura Groth 📣! A researcher, coach, and education expert with 15+ years in K-12 and higher ed research, policy, and project management, Laura brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to MILE. The team can't wait to further our mission under her leadership!
THREAD 1/3 🚨 Announcement: change in leadership 🚨 After serving as our founding Executive Director from 2023 to 2025, Dr. Margaret Peterson is returning to her role as Associate Clinical Faculty at UMD.
October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
THREAD 1/3 🚨 Announcement: change in leadership 🚨 After serving as our founding Executive Director from 2023 to 2025, Dr. Margaret Peterson is returning to her role as Associate Clinical Faculty at UMD.
Starting off the academic year strong, we joined the Maryland Language Science Center at The Library of Congress National Book Festival to bring Build-a-Word: A Virtual Reality Arctic Expedition to life!
October 20, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Starting off the academic year strong, we joined the Maryland Language Science Center at The Library of Congress National Book Festival to bring Build-a-Word: A Virtual Reality Arctic Expedition to life!
Photos and videos are up from our Literacy Leadership Summit! Check it all here: www.mile.umd.edu/news/photo-literacy-leadership-summit
September 15, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Photos and videos are up from our Literacy Leadership Summit! Check it all here: www.mile.umd.edu/news/photo-literacy-leadership-summit
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Language Science Day is right around the corner! Register by THIS MONDAY, September 15th, for our signature annual event: go.umd.edu/lsd25
September 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Language Science Day is right around the corner! Register by THIS MONDAY, September 15th, for our signature annual event: go.umd.edu/lsd25
📢 MILE Innovation Seed Grants are open for UMD + Morgan State faculty and doctoral students
👩🎓 Doctoral students: up to $5,000
👩🏫 Faculty: up to $10,000
UMD & MSU scholars advancing equitable language & literacy are encouraged to apply. Winners present at the 2026 MILE Symposium!
🔗 go.umd.edu/lrs
👩🎓 Doctoral students: up to $5,000
👩🏫 Faculty: up to $10,000
UMD & MSU scholars advancing equitable language & literacy are encouraged to apply. Winners present at the 2026 MILE Symposium!
🔗 go.umd.edu/lrs
August 21, 2025 at 7:27 PM
📢 MILE Innovation Seed Grants are open for UMD + Morgan State faculty and doctoral students
👩🎓 Doctoral students: up to $5,000
👩🏫 Faculty: up to $10,000
UMD & MSU scholars advancing equitable language & literacy are encouraged to apply. Winners present at the 2026 MILE Symposium!
🔗 go.umd.edu/lrs
👩🎓 Doctoral students: up to $5,000
👩🏫 Faculty: up to $10,000
UMD & MSU scholars advancing equitable language & literacy are encouraged to apply. Winners present at the 2026 MILE Symposium!
🔗 go.umd.edu/lrs
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🧠 Paid Research Study on Language & the Brain! 🧠
The Action and Brain Lab at Gallaudet University is looking for hearing, non-signing adults to participate in a study on how we process American Sign Language.
DETAILS IN THREAD BELOW 👇
The Action and Brain Lab at Gallaudet University is looking for hearing, non-signing adults to participate in a study on how we process American Sign Language.
DETAILS IN THREAD BELOW 👇
August 7, 2025 at 3:03 PM
🧠 Paid Research Study on Language & the Brain! 🧠
The Action and Brain Lab at Gallaudet University is looking for hearing, non-signing adults to participate in a study on how we process American Sign Language.
DETAILS IN THREAD BELOW 👇
The Action and Brain Lab at Gallaudet University is looking for hearing, non-signing adults to participate in a study on how we process American Sign Language.
DETAILS IN THREAD BELOW 👇