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Leveled Literacy Intervention in Grades 3-12

March 25, 2021

In this 6-day training, learn how to teach small-group, supplementary literacy intervention to boost literacy for students in grades 3-12.

Leveled Literacy Intervention in Grades K-2

March 25, 2021

In this 6-day training, learn how to teach small-group, supplementary literacy intervention to boost literacy for students in grades K–2 who need additional teaching support.

Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System 1 & 2 Seminar

March 25, 2021

In this 2-day training, learn how to administer, score, and analyze student reading behaviors utilizing the Benchmark Assessment System.

Leadership in Literacy: School Leaders K-6

March 25, 2021

In this 4-day training, learn what every school leader needs to know about effective literacy teaching, coaching, and teacher leadership in grades K-6.

Guided Reading: Responsive Teaching in Grades 3-8

March 25, 2021

Learn how to plan and teach effective Guided Reading lessons in intermediate and middle school classrooms.

Guided Reading: Responsive Teaching in Grades K-2

March 25, 2021

Learn how to plan and teach effective Guided Reading lessons in the primary grades.

Introduction to Fountas & Pinnell Classroom™

March 25, 2021

Create authentic experiences for reading, thinking, talking, writing, and reflecting in all classroom settings.

Fireside Chat: Building a Coherent Approach to Literacy in Your School or District

March 16, 2021

Attend to learn how to incorporate a comprehensive literacy approach in your school or district.

Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series: Sonja Cherry-Paul

January 11, 2021

This one-day workshop with Sonja Cherry-Paul will re-energize you to take your book clubs to the next level!

Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series: Lester Laminack

January 11, 2021

Join Lester Laminack for this one-day workshop to learn how to broaden students’ view of the world through diverse literature and shared read aloud experiences.

Upcoming Professional Development

Days 1-3: October 8-10, 2025; Days 4-6: December 10-12, 2025; Days 7-9: February 4-6, 2026

The Effective Instructional Coach: Leading Growth, Navigating Challenges

This 9-day training is designed for all school-based coaches including instructional coaches and those who support literacy, math, science, social studies and/or technology. You’ll learn how to better understand your role and how to effectively coach teachers at your school.

$3500 (includes professional texts)
December 4-5, 2025

Thinking Beyond the Page: Developing Deep Comprehension

Comprehension is a complex process and the ultimate goal of reading. Join us to learn practical strategies to support your students to go from surface-level comprehension to deep, critical thinking about what they read.

$595 (includes professional text)
November 18, 2025

Teaching Foundational Skills and Fluency Through Shared Reading

Learn how to teach explicit, systematic phonemic awareness, phonics and word study skills and support fluency development using whole group or small group shared reading.

$295

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