UF Lastinger Center for Learning

UF Lastinger Center for Learning Housed in the University of Florida College of Education, the Lastinger Center for Learning improves the quality of teaching, learning and childcare.

For two decades, we’ve been creating innovative programs that significantly improve student learning and achievement. Children and their success are at the heart of our work. Our team of over 100 associates focuses on creating products and solutions that enhance key milestone areas such as kindergarten readiness, literacy proficiency by third grade and algebra proficiency by ninth grade.

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Build your coaching skills for free through our online Florida Literacy Coach Endorsement!Offering a $1,000 completion s...
09/01/2026

Build your coaching skills for free through our online Florida Literacy Coach Endorsement!

Offering a $1,000 completion stipend, this program equips coaches with the skills, expertise and resources needed to increase the effectiveness of literacy instruction.

Learn more and apply today: bit.ly/LitCoachEndorsement-FB-9-1-26

Meet our newest team members! 🥳Bringing expertise in mathematics, literacy, research and more, these professionals are h...
08/31/2026

Meet our newest team members! 🥳

Bringing expertise in mathematics, literacy, research and more, these professionals are helping make significant impacts in teaching and learning as a part of our Lastinger Center team.

We’re excited to launch the UF Lastinger Center for Learning’s 2026-2029 Strategic Plan! 🚀This plan charts our course fo...
08/27/2026

We’re excited to launch the UF Lastinger Center for Learning’s 2026-2029 Strategic Plan! 🚀

This plan charts our course for the next three years as we work to expand opportunities that improve educational outcomes for learners across Florida, with a focus on three milestones predictive of quality of life: kindergarten readiness, third grade reading and algebra proficiency.

This is more than where we’re going: it’s a reflection of the people who helped us get here. It was shaped by the educators, partners, leaders, communities and colleagues who shared their perspectives, ideas and vision for what’s possible.

We’re excited to build on the momentum we’ve created, strengthen the partnerships that make this work possible and move forward together toward a stronger future for learners and educators.

Explore the 2026–2029 Strategic Plan: lastinger.link/StrategicPlan-8-27-2026-FB

Applications are open for our free early childhood online courses! Per each course, earn up to 2.0 CEUs, 20 learning hou...
08/19/2026

Applications are open for our free early childhood online courses! Per each course, earn up to 2.0 CEUs, 20 learning hours and a $125-$250 completion stipend. Apply at lastinger.link/ECCourses-FB-8-19-26

Looking for literacy support this back-to-school season? Look no further than our New Worlds Reading resources!Explore o...
08/13/2026

Looking for literacy support this back-to-school season? Look no further than our New Worlds Reading resources!

Explore our program’s reading guides (perfect for teachers and families), fun activities and helpful videos for free at www.newworldsreading.com/en/resources/

Happy back-to-school! We wish everyone an amazing 2026-2027 school year!
08/10/2026

Happy back-to-school! We wish everyone an amazing 2026-2027 school year!

Applications are open for our Math Matrix Micro-Credential!This free, online program helps K-12 Florida educators improv...
08/06/2026

Applications are open for our Math Matrix Micro-Credential!

This free, online program helps K-12 Florida educators improve their mathematics and pedagogical knowledge while offering 60 professional learning hours and a $1,000 stipend.

Learn more and apply for the 2026-27 school year at lastinger.link/MathMatrix-FB-8-6-26

As a pathway to Florida’s Reading Endorsement, our Literacy Matrix professional learning develops the specialized skills...
08/04/2026

As a pathway to Florida’s Reading Endorsement, our Literacy Matrix professional learning develops the specialized skills and knowledge teachers need to deliver effective reading instruction.

Learn more about this free, online program and apply for 2026-27 at lastinger.link/LiteracyMatrix-FB-8-4-26

This summer, our Lastinger Center team members have been sharing our early childhood, literacy and mathematics work with...
08/03/2026

This summer, our Lastinger Center team members have been sharing our early childhood, literacy and mathematics work with educators, researchers, families and professionals all around the country!

Now, we’re preparing for the 2026-2027 school year. Be sure to keep an eye out for program applications as well as for our team members at events this fall!

Join the 20,000+ instructional personnel who have gained actionable strategies from our Elementary and Secondary Literac...
07/31/2026

Join the 20,000+ instructional personnel who have gained actionable strategies from our Elementary and Secondary Literacy Micro-Credentials to support their students’ literacy!

Applications close August 7 or when capacity is reached. Learn more and apply at lastinger.link/LiteracyMicro-FB-7-31-26

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618 SW 12th Street
Gainesville, FL
32611

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