Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education

The first Discovering Dyslexia Session will be held Wednesday, Dec. 10, at 6 p.m. in Johnston Hall on Elon University’s campus.

Through a once-in-a-generation investment in North Carolina education by Marjorie and Hal Roberts, the new academy - set to open in Fall 2026 - will be the state's only university-based private school for children with dyslexia.

Assistant Professor Alicia Tate will guide the launch and initial development of the academy, drawing on more than 30 years of experience as a teacher, instructional coach, district administrator, and consultant.

William S. Long Professor and Professor of Education Jeffrey Carpenter and his co-authors published the article in the “Journal of Research on Technology in Education."

Members of the Elon community are invited to join President Connie Ledoux Book Thursday, Nov. 6, for the announcement.

Behind Elon's "It Takes A Village Project" are two AmeriCorps VISTAs and recent Elon graduates who work to maintain the success of the program.

William S. Long Professor and Professor of Education Jeffrey Carpenter and his co-authors published the article in the journal "Computers & Education."

For Edward Hernandez ’27, legacy is rooted in family, heritage and community. From leading LHU and El Centro to mentoring future scholars, his Elon journey reflects the power of giving back and the importance of celebrating Hispanic and Latinx voices.

EDU 3540: Early Literacy Birth to 2nd Grade connects Elon teacher candidates with kindergarten through second grade students at Eastlawn Elementary through the It Takes a Village Project.

These grant funds will provide travel to the ACPA conference, where she will present a pre-convention workshop, developed with a senior scholar, that supports the work of those in identity centers.