The Literacy Council of Central Alabama Names Lori Graphos Interim Executive Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Former high school English teacher and Samford University adjunct steps into interim leadership role
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Oct. 2, 2026 – The Literacy Council of Central Alabama has named Lori Graphos interim executive director. Graphos, who joined the organization in February 2026 as operations coordinator, brings 18 years of classroom experience and a longstanding passion for literacy to the role.
Graphos succeeds Dr. Bryan Johnson, who helped strengthen the organization and expand its programming during his time at The Literacy Council. A gifted grant writer, Johnson also brought new financial opportunities to the organization.
“TLC is better because of his leadership and time here,” Graphos said.
Lori Graphos, Interim Executive Director, The Literacy Council of Central Alabama
Before joining The Literacy Council, Graphos spent 18 years as a high school English teacher and served as an adjunct professor at Samford University, where she taught alongside Johnson for two years. Her experience also includes teaching reading intervention classes and helping preschool students develop early reading skills.
“Literacy is a cause I have always been passionate about,” Graphos said. “When I left the classroom and was offered the opportunity to work at TLC as operations coordinator, I was thrilled to do so.”
Lori Graphos, Interim Executive Director, The Literacy Council of Central Alabama
As interim executive director, Graphos will lead The Literacy Council as it continues connecting adults, families, employers and volunteers with literacy education and resources across Central Alabama.
“I believe there is a place for everyone at TLC,” Graphos said. “Whether you want to improve your literacy skills, learn digital literacy skills, learn to speak English, help your employees strengthen these skills, or volunteer as a tutor, we have a place for you here. Together, we can work to make the future brighter.”
Lori Graphos, Interim Executive Director, The Literacy Council of Central Alabama
Adults interested in classes, employers interested in workforce literacy programs, and individuals interested in volunteering as tutors can learn more at literacy-council.org or by calling (205) 326-1925.
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About The Literacy Council of Central Alabama
The Literacy Council of Central Alabama improves the lives of adults and their families through literacy education. Serving Jefferson, Shelby, Walker, St. Clair and Blount counties, the organization provides adult basic literacy instruction, English for Speakers of Other Languages, digital literacy, workforce development, family literacy and services for justice-impacted adults. The Literacy Council also convenes the Literacy Providers Network and serves as a statewide advocate for adult literacy. Learn more at literacy-council.org.
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Lori Graphos, Interim Executive Director
The Literacy Council of Central Alabama
lgraphos@literacy-council.org | 205-410-8496