November is Thank Alabama Teachers Month and we are highlighting Alabama teachers who make a difference throughout the month. Teachers, please complete the survey here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Great afternoon speaking at the Alabama Literacy Association—really appreciate these educators and their ongoing efforts to improve reading in our schools. Alabama has the second highest growth in reading scores in the nation since 2019 #ThankALTeachers

Appreciate the opportunity to bring greetings to the 750 math educators at the 2026 Alabama Council of Teachers of Mathematics Fall Forum this morning

Honored to join YLDP’s Lunch with Heroes today! Proud to present the inaugural Dr. Eric Mackey Leadership Award to Drs. Wayne Vickers and Patrick Martin. Congratulations to @crmBama and all honorees! Thanks to State Board members Mooney and Manning, YLDP and Dr. Kevin Walsh!

Only TWO states improved fourth-grade reading scores between 2019 and 2024.
Alabama was one of them.

So what's Alabama doing differently?

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#AlabamaEducation #FourthGradeReading

Alabama has made some of the largest literacy gains in the country. What's behind its success, and what can other states learn?

Check out our new new report by @LianaLoewus

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What does it take to improve reading achievement across an entire state?
Alabama's experience points to 3 key lessons:
• State-driven, evidence-based instruction
• Steady leadership
• Well-supported, well-funded coaching
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Can other states replicate Alabama's reading success?
Veteran education journalist @LianaLoewus visited six elementary schools and interviewed dozens of educators and policymakers to find out what's working.
See what she learned.
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Alabama's investment in literacy coaching declined after 2013–and so did reading progress. Since 2019, funding has risen dramatically–and so has literacy.
The state's reading progress offers an important lesson: Effective reforms need sustained support.

Explore the full report.
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It’s Tee Shirt Tuesday and today I am wearing a tee shirt from @_REThompson part of @TuscumbiaCitySc

#ALTeeShirtTuesday

Today, we celebrated Alabama’s outstanding teachers & their dedication to student success! Special thanks to @SaralandSchools for hosting this event & to #ALBOE members Dr. Tonya Chestnut & Mrs. Jackie Zeigler, for joining us in honoring educators who make a difference every day

Alabama is helping lead the conversation on education excellence nationwide! This week, Melissa Shields and Kristie Shankles represented Alabama at Harvard University as part of States Leading States initiative. Kristie is also participating in training as a Strategic Data Fellow

We joined the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences to celebrate the naming of the academic center in honor of @GovernorKayIvey — her steadfast commitment to strengthening education, expanding opportunities, & preparing students for success has made a lasting impact in our state.

What’s Driving the ‘Southern Surge?’ Report Examines Reading Gains in Alabama
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How Alabama Beat the Odds in Reading youtube.com/shorts/0W4Ma6E… via @YouTube

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Congratulations to Alabama’s own: Arnav Maskey, Madison - Bob Jones High School and Vivian Yaxin Shi, Vestavia Hills - Vestavia Hills High School for being named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars 🎉
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Enjoyed the opportunity to speak with the Calhoun County Rotary Club about the exciting progress taking place in Alabama’s public schools! From improving student achievement to expanding career and workforce opportunities, great things are happening in education across our state.