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KINDER & FIRST GRADE - The Shifting Landscape of Literacy: The Journey to the Science of Reading LIMITED
Monday June 9, 2025 12:40pm - 2:00pm PDT
SKY RANCH MULTIPURPOSE ROOM
Literacy is the cornerstone of education, unlocking countless opportunities and shaping the trajectory of a child's life. Science of Reading aligned classroom instruction helps emerging, developing, and striving readers develop skills critical for reading success.  This session will provide insightful exploration examining the theoretical models that serve as the foundation for understanding the intricate process of learning to read. An in-depth analysis of the underpinnings of the science will highlight the crucial elements required for effective literacy development in the {insert grade band} classroom. Participants will dig more deeply into the strands of literacy to uncover the connected principles of the tenets of the Science of Reading. This session is designed to examine the principles and components of evidence-based reading instruction and align them with targeted approaches to support students as they discover the many layers of language necessary to become confident and successful readers. 

Navigating these changes in curriculum, instruction, and assessment can be challenging for the most seasoned educators. This session will also focus on strategies to form a community of trust to lift this work, ensuring that all stakeholders involved feel valued and included. We will explore systems thinking and communication tactics to unify and consolidate efforts to support the recalibration of reading instruction. 

Understand the Science of Reading 
  • Define the core principles and theoretical models of the Science of Reading. 
  • Recognize the importance of evidence-based literacy instruction. 
Analyze the Strands of Literacy 
  • Explore the interconnected components of Scarborough’s Reading Rope. 
  • Identify key elements necessary for effective literacy development in the classroom. 
Bridge Research and Instructional Practices 
  • Align evidence-based reading strategies with classroom application. 
  • Develop targeted approaches to support emerging, developing, and striving readers. 
Foster a Collaborative Learning Community 
  • Explore strategies for building trust and engagement among educators and stakeholders. 
  • Utilize systems thinking and communication tactics to unify literacy efforts. 

Speakers
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Sandy Qualls

Vendor, Lexia - Vendor
Monday June 9, 2025 12:40pm - 2:00pm PDT
SKY RANCH MULTIPURPOSE ROOM Sky Ranch Middle School, 1200 Windmill Farms Parkway, Sparks, NV, USA
  Sky Ranch, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, SPED CLS

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