Best Summer Workshops for Reading Specialists & Interventionists (2026)

Summer is meant for slowing down, catching your breath, and enjoying a well-deserved break. The last thing you probably want to think about is professional development.

But what if you could attend a workshop from your couch, by the pool, or while sipping your morning coffee—and actually walk away feeling less stressed about the upcoming school year?

The right summer workshop doesn't just fill your time. It saves you time once school starts.

Instead of scrambling to figure out intervention groups, schedules, and lesson plans in August, you can head into the school year with a clear plan and the confidence to hit the ground running.

If you're a reading specialist, interventionist, literacy coach, or teacher supporting struggling readers, here are two summer workshops that will help you prepare for a successful school year.

1. Teacher Summer Talks

If you love learning from experienced educators but don't have time to sit through hours of presentations, Teacher Summer Talks is for you.

This free, podcast-style online conference features short, practical sessions from educators who understand the challenges teachers face every day. Each presentation is packed with actionable strategies you can immediately apply in your classroom or intervention program.

In my session, Build Your Reading Intervention Schedule for the First Month of School, I'll walk you through how to:

• Create an intervention schedule that actually works

• Prioritize students without feeling overwhelmed

• Build routines that maximize your instructional time

• Avoid the common scheduling mistakes that lead to constant interruptions and last-minute changes

You'll leave with practical ideas you can use before the first day of school so you can spend less time putting out fires and more time helping students grow.

👉 Register for Teacher Summer Talks here.

2. Free Handwriting Camp Guide

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to support students' handwriting skills before the school year begins—or even next summer?

My friend Kelli Fetter, Founder of Handwriting Solutions LLC, has created a free Handwriting Camp Guide to help educators plan and run their own handwriting camps with confidence.

Whether you're a classroom teacher, interventionist, occupational therapist, or tutor, this guide is packed with practical ideas to help you create an engaging handwriting experience for students.

If you've ever thought about offering a handwriting support but weren't sure where to begin, this free resource is a great place to start.

👉 Download the Free Handwriting Camp Guide here.

3. Reading Interventions Unlocked: A First-Year Reading Interventionist's Guide to Targeted Support That Works

If you're looking for a deeper dive into building an effective intervention program, this is the workshop for you.

Reading Interventions Unlocked is my signature 90-minute workshop designed to help reading specialists and interventionists create targeted, effective reading interventions without feeling overwhelmed.

Whether you're stepping into your very first intervention role or you've been supporting students for years, you'll walk away with a simple, repeatable system for planning instruction that meets your students' needs.

During this workshop, you'll learn:

• The four essential components of an effective reading intervention program

• How to create skill-based groups using your assessment data

• A simple planning system that saves time every week

• Routines and systems that keep your intervention block running smoothly

• How to confidently plan targeted instruction that leads to student growth

You'll also receive valuable planning tools, including:

• Reading Intervention Toolkit Checklist

• Intervention Curriculum Map

• Weekly Planning Schedule

• BONUS Reading Intervention Bundle

Instead of wondering where to start in August, you'll leave with a clear roadmap and ready-to-use resources that make planning easier from day one.

👉 Save your seat for Reading Interventions Unlocked here.

Make August Easier by Preparing in July

A few hours of intentional learning this summer can save you countless hours once school begins.

Whether you're looking for free professional development, ideas for running your own handwriting camp, or a step-by-step system for planning reading interventions, these summer resources can help you head into the new school year with confidence.

Take a few minutes to explore the opportunities that fit your goals—and give your future self one less thing to worry about when school starts.

Your future self—and your students—will thank you.

I hope to see you at one (or both!) of these workshops this summer.