The School of Education takes a dual approach to supporting educators and the community in their efforts to promote literacy. The School offers the M.S. Program in Literacy to address the needs of students and teachers in diverse communities. The M.S. in Literacy combines scholarship and practice in school and community settings to train literacy specialists and prepare them for leadership roles. The program will enhance the professional preparation of classroom teachers, interventional literacy teachers, clinicians, supervisors, and directors or coordinators of literacy in school districts. Completion of the program leads to New York State certification as a Literacy Specialist.