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Navigating Standardized Assessment: Approaching Testing as a Genre

November 14, 2024 Linda Murphy, Associate Director of Literacy Programs

Standardized testing is a reality in our students’ lives. Are you wondering how you can support your students in demonstrating all they know on the test but not stop the rich, ongoing literacy instruction months before the test?

Tags: Teaching

Learning to be Literate: Grappling with the Complexities of Teaching Literacy

October 9, 2024 Patricia Paugh, Guest Speaker

In advance of her Oct. 24 presentation, Paugh’s blog entry explains the four essential dimensions to literacy instruction.

Tags: Teaching

Unlocking Potential: Strategies for Effective Reading Interventions

September 30, 2024 Gen Arcovio, Literacy Trainer

Effective literacy intervention isn’t just about what you teach; it’s about how you teach it – read on for strategies that yield remarkable results.

A Teacher’s Guide to Foster a love of Reading and Writing

September 13, 2024 Nikki Drury, Literacy Trainer

Fostering a love for reading and writing in students is one of the most rewarding goals a literacy teacher can achieve. Read on to find out how to inspire your students.

Tags: Teaching

Extending Their Reach: The Importance of Reaching All Learners

September 10, 2024 Wendy Vaulton, Associate Director for Reading Recovery & Early Interventions

Our new speaker series, Reaching All Learners, builds toward the goal that each child grows up literate in our educational system. Find out more about what you can expect from three nationally renowned educator-authors.

Starting the School Year Strong: A Guide for Literacy Coaches

August 26, 2024 Linda Murphy, Associate Director of Literacy Programs

The beginning of a new school year is always a busy, exciting time. To start your year off strong, here are six practical ideas for facilitating learning and reflection with your colleagues.

Tags: Coaching

Writing Identities: When do they begin?  

August 6, 2024 Heather Rodman, Literacy Trainer

Find out how teachers can instill the belief in their students that they’re writers with valuable stories to share and communicate.

Tags: Teaching

Ralph Fletcher: A Writer’s Mentor 

July 1, 2024 Heather Rodman, Literacy Trainer

When I need a little writerly advice, I often turn to Ralph Fletcher. We’ve never met, but his advice about writing for both students and teachers has stayed with me for the last 20 years.

Tags: Teaching

Reaching All Learners Through Independent Reading

June 27, 2024 Linda Murphy, Associate Director of Literacy Programs

Research highlights the significant benefits of independent reading, including improved literacy skills, greater empathy, and a lifelong love of reading.

Advice for Coaches: Helping Teachers Navigate the End-of-Year Homestretch

June 11, 2024 Nikki Drury, Literacy Trainer

How can coaches help empower teachers to navigate the end-of-year homestretch? By creating opportunities for reflection.   

Tags: Coaching

Upcoming Professional Development

Days 1-3: August 12-14, 2025; Days 4-6: October 7-9, 2025

Leveled Literacy Intervention in Grades K-2

Join us for a 6-day institute and learn how to deliver a structured, systematic small-group intervention with proven results in grades K–2.

$1950 (does not include LLI Systems)
August 20-21, 2025

The New Benchmark Assessment System 2.0 (System 2, Levels K-Z)

In this two-day institute learn how to use BAS 2.0 to pinpoint students’ reading behaviors and instructional needs with word-solving, fluency, and comprehension.

$595
August 18-19, 2025

The New Benchmark Assessment System 2.0 (System 1, Levels A-P)

This two-day workshop will help you learn how to use the new BAS 2.0 system to pinpoint student strengths and needs as readers, including oral reading behaviors, fluency, comprehension, writing about reading, and phonological awareness and early phonics skills.

$595

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