Principals of Literacy
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Podcast Overview
<p><strong>Principals of Literacy</strong> is a podcast for Texas elementary school principals who want to lead stronger reading instruction and see real results for students.</p> <p>Each episode focuses on what principals need to know and do to improve literacy outcomes: understanding the science of reading, knowing what to look for in classrooms, supporting teachers without micromanaging, and building systems that actually work for all students including emergent bilinguals and students with learning disabilities.</p> <p>Hosted with a clear eye on Texas expectations and realities, the podcast features conversations with experienced principals, literacy researchers, and education leaders who translate research into practical leadership moves.</p> <p>If you’re an elementary principal who wants to move beyond compliance and become a confident, effective instructional leader in reading, <strong>this podcast is for you</strong>.</p>
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Publishing Since
3/5/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 15, 2026
Why Oral Language Deserves a Seat at Every Literacy Table
Oral language is the foundation upon which literacy is built, yet it is often overlooked in conversations about reading achievement. In this episode of Principals of Literacy, Patty sits down with Doug Peterson to explore the critical connection between oral language development and reading success. Together, they discuss why oral language is a powerful predictor of literacy outcomes, how language development impacts comprehension and academic achievement, and what school and district leaders need to know to ensure oral language is intentionally woven into literacy instruction. Listeners will leave with a deeper understanding of why strengthening students' language skills is one of the most important investments schools can make to improve reading outcomes. Be sure to join us again in early July when Doug returns to share practical, classroom-ready strategies for developing oral language skills across grade levels. Doug currently serves as Vance Masteller Endowed Research Chair of Child Language Disorders Professor at Baylor University. His interdisciplinary research focuses on advancing the validity and reliability of dynamic assessments and the effectiveness of structured literacy interventions for school-age children, particularly those at risk for language and reading disorders.
May 14, 2026
Episode 3 Bonus Content with Dr. Terrie Noland
The conversation with Dr. Noland continues as we dive deeper into oral language development and the critical importance of systems alignment in our schools. The resources mentioned around oral language developed are linked below. The Reading is Language Model - Margaret J. Snowling and Charles Hulme Language Dynamics Group - Doug Peterson and Trina Spencer Resources from Dr. Tiffany Hogan
May 1, 2026
You Can’t Delegate This: Principals as Lead Learners in Literacy Change with Dr. Terrie Noland
What does it really take to lead lasting literacy change? In this episode, Terrie Noland dives into implementation science, the role of the principal as a lead learner, and the essential role of oral language in building strong readers. You’ll walk away with both inspiration and practical ideas to support every learner.
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- What is Principals of Literacy?
<p><strong>Principals of Literacy</strong> is a podcast for Texas elementary school principals who want to lead stronger reading instruction and see real results for students.</p> <p>Each episode focuses on what principals need to know and do to improve literacy outcomes: understanding the science of reading, knowing what to look for in classrooms, supporting teachers without micromanaging, and building systems that actually work for all students including emergent bilinguals and students with learning disabilities.</p> <p>Hosted with a clear eye on Texas expectations and realities, the podcast features conversations with experienced principals, literacy researchers, and education leaders who translate research into practical leadership moves.</p> <p>If you’re an elementary principal who wants to move beyond compliance and become a confident, effective instructional leader in reading, <strong>this podcast is for you</strong>.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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