The HIL Project (https://hilwmu.org) brings resources, training, coaching and workshops to schools throughout Michigan with one goal in mind: to support teachers and principals in implementing research-supported “Literacy Essentials” that will improve literacy skills of all students.

The project focuses on two major outcomes—developing a strong pool of practicing school leaders and improving student achievement—and is a collaborative effort involving Western Michigan University and two statewide initiatives called the Reading Now Network and the General Education Leadership Network.