Comprehensive Literacy Solutions for Sustainable Impact

The HILL Approach

HILL for Literacy strives toward a world where every child is a reader. We partner with schools and districts using a system-wide approach that helps create lasting change in literacy education.

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Our Services

We’re committed to flexible, responsive, and sustainable solutions that lead to student impact. Together, we’ll design a combination of courses, coaching, and facilitation to meet the specific needs of your school or district.

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Registration is Open for Summer Literacy Launch Institutes

MA Educators – Register early to secure your spot in this unique, free 4-day training opportunity designed to provide a pathway for every PK-3 educator on your team to build their confidence and expand their expertise in evidence-based early literacy instruction!

Highlights from the NYC Summit on Literacy & Justice

On June 8-9, 2026, HILL for Literacy sponsored and participated in The Heretic Collective Summit, two days of important policy programming centered around Literacy and Justice reform in New York City during the Tribeca Film Festival. This summit built off the success of the Literacy Summit during Sundance to bring together thought leaders and advocates from education, justice reform, technology, and policy for a unique, thought-provoking event.

Did You Know the HILL is Rivet Education PLPG Certified?

All Rivet Education professional learning partners undergo a thorough review process by a team of expert reviewers from across the country.

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Governor Healey Signs Reading Bill

Governor Healey recently signed An Act Relative to Teacher Preparation and Student Literacy, designed to improve student literacy across Massachusetts and provide schools and educators with additional tools to support early reading success. The HILL’s Executive Director, Darci Burns, PhD was in attendance along with our fellow advocates and the legislators who’ve long championed this important work.

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Our Areas of Focus

Science of Reading

Our Science of Reading courses build teacher confidence by breaking down the building blocks of effective, essential literacy instruction at every stage.

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Curriculum Implementation Support (HQIM)

Make the most of your High Quality Instructional Materials, empowering teachers to make informed decisions that align with student needs.

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Adolescent Literacy

Discover tailored strategies for middle and high school classrooms to help every learner thrive.

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Leadership Development & Coaching

Create a lasting impact by aligning priorities, developing strategic plans, and building capacity with literacy leaders across your district.

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Where We Work

We have partnered with schools and communities across the country, empowering teachers and changing the lives of students. From established partnerships to a growing list of state-level vendor approvals and projects, the HILL continues to extend its reach each school year.

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Evidence-Based, Data-Informed

Our commitment to research-driven practices means every insight you gain is rooted in what actually works in classrooms and proven through measurable outcomes and real student success.

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