The Transformative Reading Teacher Group

08/06/2025

What an incredible day with Dr. Perry!

It’s time to step into the Big Sky Literacy Summit Community—a space where educators and leaders come to grow their knowledge, sharpen their skills, and elevate their impact.

This year, we’re offering powerful opportunities to join us live or engage on your own time.

Transformation Day is your invitation to deepen your understanding and ignite personal growth—so you can return to your schools and communities ready to transform lives.

We’re honored to welcome Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D., for an exclusive 3.5-hour teaching session. Dr. Perry will challenge and expand our thinking on trauma, resilience, and healing—helping us reshape the conversations that matter most.

Join us live on August 6, or watch (and rewatch!) the full session on demand—available to you for a week. Link to purchase or DM us with questions.

https://thebigskyliteracysummit.mykajabi.com/the-big-sky-literacy-summit-2025-Language-is-Everything?preview_theme_id=2159890307

05/30/2025

🌞 Summer is here, but leadership doesn’t take a break.
While the halls are quiet, this is the perfect time to reflect, recharge, and refocus. Whether it’s reading a new book, attending a summit, or simply creating space to think, the seeds you plant now will shape your impact in August and beyond. 🌱📚

💬 So we’re asking you: How are you preparing this summer to lead with greater clarity, compassion, and impact for the upcoming school year?

👇 Drop your reflections, resources, or goals in the comments and tag a fellow leader to do the same. Let’s grow together.

While the halls are quiet, this is the perfect time to reflect, recharge, and refocus. Whether reading a new book, attending a summit, or simply creating space to think, the seeds you plant now will shape your impact in August and beyond. 🌱📚

05/23/2025

Check out Dr. Nell and her impactful insights on the Literacy In Color podcast!

Literacy in Color is the go-to podcast for elementary teachers, literacy coaches, and reading interventionists who are passionate about bringing the Science of Reading to life in vibrant, engaging, and effective ways. Hosted by Michelle Sullivan — a seasoned literacy expert & Science of Reading ad...

05/12/2025

Language is everything. 💬 Join the Big Sky Literacy Summit, Aug 6–9, to rethink reading, lead with purpose, and create real change in education. 📚❤️

05/02/2025

🚨 SCHOLARSHIP ALERT! 🚨
We’re thrilled to offer amazing scholarships to attend the Big Sky Literacy Summit, happening August 6–9, 2025! 🌄📚

This year’s powerful theme is “Language is Everything,” and it truly is. From healing to learning, language connects us all.

✨ Why this is a can’t-miss event:
🔹 Hear from Dr. Bruce Perry on Transformation Day
🔹 Learn from leading mentors in the literacy field
🔹 Be part of a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will have you eager to make positive changes within your communities

🎓 Apply for a scholarship by MAY 7!

📢 TAG a friend, SHARE this post, and help us spread the word about this life-changing opportunity. Let’s lift up literacy together!

🔹 Be part of a once-in-a-lifetime experience that could spark real change in your work and your community

"You have to invest in yourself so that you can invest in others. Growth is not automatic, so you have to be intentional about growing and investing in your personal growth!"
John Maxwell

04/28/2025

🌟 Join Us in Elevating the Science of Reading Movement! 🌟

At The Transformative Reading Teacher Group and The Big Sky Literacy Summit, we are on a mission to take the Science of Reading movement to the next level. This journey is not about quick fixes or the microwave mindset; it requires bold, persistent, and consistent leadership to transform educational systems effectively.

We believe that the greatest return on investment for classroom, school, district, and state leaders is leadership development. That’s why this year’s Big Sky Literacy Summit, themed "Language is Everything," will focus on more than just screening, developing, and instructing all aspects of language and reading. Our goal is to build leaders who inspire and empower others to build readers.

Why is this important? Because when we grow leaders, we grow organizations. A school can only thrive when its leaders are growing and evolving.

Who Should Join?
Whether you are a teacher, principal, coach, superintendent, curriculum and instruction director, MTSS director, special services director, teacher support professional, parent, or advocate, there is a place for you at this summit!

✨ What to Expect:

- Insightful mentor teachings and breakout sessions focused on effective teaching of language and reading with leadership sessions that support leading this work to your next goal.
- Networking opportunities with like-minded educators and leaders
- Tools and resources to enhance your teaching and leadership capabilities

Come and invest in your leadership journey with us! Together, we can create a lasting impact on literacy and education.

🔗 Register Now and be part of the movement that is changing lives through reading! https://thebigskyliteracysummit.mykajabi.com

04/28/2025

Meet the President and Founder of The Transformative Reading Teacher Group! Dr. Nell leads through positive change, inspiring growth, empowering others, and creating a path where transformation becomes possible for everyone.

04/24/2025

📚 Exciting Opportunity! Apply now for a scholarship to attend this year's Big Sky Literacy Summit, where passionate minds come together to inspire, learn, and lead. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something big! 🌄✍️

04/23/2025

📚🌍 Happy World Book Day! 🌍📚

Today, we celebrate the stories that shape us and the people who help us understand them more deeply. That’s why we’re beyond thrilled to announce that Dr. Bruce Perry, renowned child psychiatrist and best-selling author, will be joining us at The Big Sky Literacy Summit this year! 🙌

From The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog to Born for Love and the powerful What Happened to You? (co-authored with Oprah Winfrey), Dr. Perry’s books have transformed the way we think about trauma, healing, and human connection. 💬❤️

Whether you're a classroom teacher, building leader, or just a lover of great books, this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to hear from one of the most influential voices in childhood development and mental health.

✨ Join us as we turn the page on literacy, equity, and empathy—together.

📅 Save the Date for The Big Sky Literacy Summit August 6-9, 2025!

https://www.thetransformativereadingteacher.com/offers/mrN7tkv2/checkout

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04/23/2025

Your personal and professional growth starts when you invest in yourself! Join us in mentorship!