Jill Hafey, Author at Keys to Literacy

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Leadership Spotlight: Dr. Karen Langlands

Jill Hafey | March 16, 2026 | 0 Comments

For the Love of Reading: Leading with Heart, Grounded in the Science of Reading

A love of reading does not happen by chance—it is built through intentional leadership and instruction grounded in the Science of Reading. This post explores how schoolwide systems, structured literacy, protected instructional time, purposeful use of data, and collaborative cultures create the conditions for student success. When reading instruction is aligned, responsive, and consistent, students experience success, build confidence, and begin to enjoy reading. Ultimately, the article reminds us that when students can read well, they choose to read—and that belief-driven leadership makes it possible for all students to thrive as readers.

Jill Hafey | February 9, 2026 | 3 Comments

Principals Matter: The Midyear Tush Push*

The middle of the school year is more than a checkpoint—it’s a turning point. In her latest blog, Jill Hafey emphasizes the power of a midyear “tush push”, a deliberate surge led by principals to accelerate student learning while there’s still time. By aligning instruction, intervention, and leadership actions with urgency and purpose, principals can turn data into action, tighten small-group instruction, and ensure intervention is skill-focused and effective. This post is essential reading for school leaders committed to finishing the year strong and helping every student succeed.

Jill Hafey | January 16, 2026 | 1 Comment