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The 2026 Educator Survey Report

Literacy in Transition

We surveyed 2,648 educators across 49 states. What they told us about structured literacy, AI in the classroom, and the future of reading instruction brings new clarity to what’s actually happening in schools.
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Optimistic About the Future
“46% of educators are already using AI tools. 63% have had zero formal training.”

AI Has Entered the Chat

Educators see AI as an accelerant for differentiation and planning — but without guardrails, they worry about student dependency, especially in reading and writing.

“77% are optimistic. But they’re worried about losing momentum.”

Secondary Readers Are the Next Frontier

The root cause? Missing foundational skills. The biggest gap? Age-appropriate materials that don't feel remedial.

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“91% of educators report positive impact — and the effect compounds with time.”

Structured Literacy Is Working

The field has moved from 'should we?' to 'how do we do this well?' The data shows sustained implementation is the key differentiator.

“77% of secondary educators report a quarter or more of students below grade level.”

Don't Let the Pendulum Swing

What educators are asking for isn't a new revolution. It's time, coaching, and materials — the infrastructure to sustain what's already working.

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“My biggest concern is not to let AI replace the human connection. The goal should be to augment the teacher, not replace them.”

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“By the time a student reaches middle or high school, we are no longer dealing with a small gap. We are dealing with years of accumulated academic and emotional impact. That is not a motivation issue. That is an instructional history issue.”

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“After implementing [structured literacy] and changing our instruction to follow the Science of Reading, our scores improved dramatically. It is effective when implemented correctly. I feel like each year that I teach, I become a better literacy educator.”

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