MindPlay Education

11/20/2025

In this episode of , Dr. Kathy Rollo and Misty Rieber discuss their personal journeys in education, the challenges and successes of literacy initiatives in Lubbock, Texas, and the evolving role of technology and AI in education.

The conversation highlights:
✔️ The importance of community engagement,
✔️ The need for effective phonics instruction to improve literacy outcomes
✔️Adaptive educational practices to meet the needs of diverse learners

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In this episode, Dr. Kathy Rollo and Misty Rieber discuss their personal journeys in education, the challenges and successes of literacy initiatives in Lubbo...

11/13/2025

In this episode of The Literacy Mindset, Dr. Stephanie Howard, the superintendent of Midland ISD, shares her extensive experience in education and her strategic approach to improving literacy and overall student performance in the district.

She discusses the importance of curriculum changes, professional development for teachers, and the integration of technology in the classroom.

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In this episode of The Literacy Mindset, Dr. Stephanie Howard, the superintendent of Midland ISD, shares her extensive experience in education and her strate...

11/11/2025

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11/10/2025

In this conversation, Eric Satterly, the Chief Information Officer at Jefferson County Public Schools, shares his journey from the banking sector to education technology. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in K-12 education, particularly in integrating technology into literacy instruction.

If you’ve ever wondered what literacy leadership looks like in a private high school setting or how a seasoned principal keeps teaching fresh after four decades—this conversation delivers both wisdom and practical strategies. Tune in now:

Personalized reading intervention system with screening, reading instruction from an on-screen coach, and a personalized library.

11/03/2025

In today’s classrooms, silent reading fluency is often overshadowed by more visible skills like oral reading or phonics instruction. Yet research shows that silent reading fluency is a critical component of academic achievement, influencing everything from vocabulary growth to student confidence.

Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q03P9xZ60

10/23/2025

Actionable data isn’t just about having access to datasets—it’s about deriving meaning from them.

In today’s classrooms, where data is constantly collected and surfaced, teachers need clear insights. To make data truly useful, we must remove the expectation that educators—already juggling countless roles—also act as statisticians the moment students walk through the door:

Transforming Data into Action Actionable data isn’t just about having access to datasets—it’s about deriving meaning from them. Just as we expect students to interpret, reflect, and apply what they learn, educators need tools that transform data into insights they can act on to accelerate lite...

10/20/2025

MindPlayConnect is TOMORROW – There's still time to register (for free): https://hubs.ly/Q03Pp1Pr0

We want to ensure that your school is given every opportunity to advance – and that only happens when we, as professionals, come together and share knowledge, insights, and tools. Hope to see you there!

10/17/2025

AGENDA HIGHLIGHT: "Supporting Diverse Learners in SPED Environments"

Our school’s diverse student populations deserve our very best, but each student’s varying needs can, at times, be hard to keep track of and intervene on effectively. Participate in this engaging session to further explore best practices for differentiation, progress monitoring, and alignment with IEP goals.

Join us for this session & many more - MindPlayConnect is NEXT WEEK (10/21) & FREE to attend: https://hubs.ly/Q03P9xZj0

10/13/2025

Did you hear? MindPlay’s instructional experience received a major upgrade!

Our redesigned phonics module—and the new coach experience—now delivers:
• A modern, age-appropriate interface K–12 students will want to use
• Reimagined activities to keep learners engaged and motivated
• Faster performance for smoother learning sessions

In short, students stay engaged, teachers save time, and you see stronger reading outcomes more quickly. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q03N6mLg0

10/10/2025

Join us for MindPlayConnect on October 21st to discover the latest trends in education, discuss intervention strategies, and explore new ideas to take back to your team.

This year's agenda features an opening keynote from Lynmara Colon, PhD, followed by a number of game-changing breakout sessions.

There's so much in store – register for FREE: https://hubs.ly/Q03N6kQT0

08/28/2025

Back by POPULAR demand: MindPlayConnect, a virtual conference experience designed to connect you with your professional community of K-12 peers, is back for year two!

On 10/21, discover the latest trends in education, discuss intervention strategy and solutions, and transform new ideas into direct application for your team. Register for FREE: https://hubs.ly/Q03G3hJC0

07/14/2025

In the Winter 2024 Volume of the International Dyslexia Association’s Perspectives on Language and Literacy, Lyon & Goldberg write: “Students need an average of at least four guesses to correctly decipher upcoming words in a reading passage”. They continue on: “Using guessing strategies to read unknown words is an unreliable tactic and leaves much to chance.”

That’s why when we illustrate the books in our , we’re deliberate about making sure there are not visual cues students would use to guess. We make expressive, engaging images that don’t give away the story.

Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q03w2ygP0