Join us at Manhattanville University for Our Next Distinguished Lecturer Series.
Changing Literacy Landscape in NYS: What Parents and Educators Need to Know
Thursday, November 13, 2025
5:00–8:00 PM
Reid Castle, Manhattanville University
2900 Purchase Street
Purchase, NY 10577
Free and open to all!
Message from the Director of The Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy
Tracy McCarthy, Director of The Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy
I’m honored to share that The Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy is partnering with Manhattanville University’s School of Education to present the next event in their Distinguished Lecturer Series, featuring an exceptional panel of leaders in literacy education.
The evening will feature an exceptional panel of leaders whose work is actively shaping literacy policy and practice across New York State:
Dr. Sagrario Rudecindo-O’Neill, EdD ’22 – Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Student Support in the Beacon City School District. She’s a passionate advocate for equity and inclusion, with years of experience as a principal, assistant principal, and bilingual special education teacher.
Dr. Katie Pace Miles, PhD – Associate Professor at Brooklyn College (CUNY) and Director of the Advanced Certificates in Reading Science. She’s the author of Reading Ready and founder of The Reading Institute, providing evidence-based reading support for thousands of students nationwide.
Ruth Genn – Co-founder and Executive Director of Literacy Academy Collective, a NYC-based organization that supports schools for students with dyslexia and other reading challenges. Ruth brings over two decades of leadership in education innovation and literacy access.
Hosting this event is a true honor. Literacy is such a powerful foundation for lifelong learning, and it’s inspiring to bring together educators, parents, and advocates who are leading real change across New York State.
The event is free and registration is open to all--including educators, parents, and community members—who are interested in learning more about the future of literacy and education in New York State.
Hosting this panel is a true honor. Literacy is such a powerful foundation for lifelong learning; I hope you’ll join us for this important and timely conversation.
Kind regards,
Tracy McCarthy
Director of The Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy
About the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy
The Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy was founded at Manhattanville in 2013 when Sandra Priest Rose established an endowment to ensure that as many students as possible have teachers who are trained in the most effective research-backed literacy instructional methods. The Rose Institute offers graduate coursework and advanced certificates through Manhattanville and professional development opportunities both in-district and through several partner BOCES.
Manhattanville University School of Education
The School of Education undergraduate and graduate degree programs prepare PreK-12 teachers and administrators, higher education and community leaders, and educational industry entrepreneurs. Having served the tri-state area for over five decades, the Manhattanville School of Education guides new generations of educators to become leaders in their field through unrivaled community-based field experiences in over 25 area schools and educational agencies.
Our graduate and doctoral programs offer a blended learning experience with online, in-person, and hybrid courses which provide our students with the flexibility and resources they need to fulfill their educational goals.
