National Recognition

Grambling State University
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
October 2022–2027
"The compliance with ILA’s evidence-based standards embodies our resolute dedication in preparing literacy educators with essential knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions."

Sam Houston State University
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
October 2023–2028
"We are proud to offer our candidates a high-quality, ILA nationally recognized program that builds and maintains a community of Bearkat literacy leaders who together positively impact and engage with literacy learning at all levels.”

University of North Georgia
Elementary/Intermediate Classroom Program
May 2021–2026
"The feedback from the ILA review team has helped us identify areas where our program can continue to grow to better serve our teacher candidates and the children they will someday teach."

The University of Texas at Tyler
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
June 2024–2029
"We are thrilled to receive National Recognition With Distinction from ILA. This accolade reflects our dedication to providing top-tier education and training for future literacy specialists. Our continuous efforts to enhance our program have been validated, and we are immensely proud of this achievement.”