Wasatch Reading Summit – Applying the Science of Reading in the Classroom 2026

Welcome to the Wasatch Reading Summit

Imagine a future where every child has the opportunity to become a confident, successful reader. That’s the vision behind the Wasatch Reading Summit.

This inspiring conference brings together educators, administrators, interventionists, and parents who are passionate about improving literacy outcomes for all students. As schools work to address reading difficulties and support students with dyslexia, the summit provides the latest evidence-based practices grounded in the Science of Reading.

Through nationally recognized speakers, practical breakout sessions, and meaningful professional learning, attendees will leave with research-backed strategies they can immediately apply in classrooms and intervention settings. Together, we can bridge the gap between research and practice and ensure that every student in Utah has access to effective reading instruction.

We hope you’ll join us for this impactful day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration.

Featured Speakers

Gabriel DellaVecchia
Gabriel DellaVecchia has written and presented extensively on third-grade reading legislation and retention policies. He will share his expertise on the legal landscape, the research behind these policies, and their impact on students, educators, and schools.

Jeanne Schopf
Students with dyslexia deserve more than awareness—they deserve instruction that changes outcomes. Jeanne Schopf shares powerful stories and practical insights on how explicit, evidence-based instruction and aligned school systems can transform literacy success for every student. She will also address the unique challenges of providing effective literacy instruction for adolescent and secondary learners.

Breakout Featured Speaker

Mark Weakland
Mark Weakland will present engaging, practical classroom activities that align with Structured Literacy and the Science of Reading. Participants will leave with highly effective instructional strategies they can implement immediately to strengthen reading instruction.