The Literacy Matters Newsletter has the latest literary updates. Be sure to read this edition to stay connected with literacy. This newsletter includes:
- Walk to Read Extension Group Support - Our wonderful Gifted and Talented department has created a folder of tips and supports for the resources that were given to schools, such as Jacob's Ladder, Vocabulary Ladders, Byrdseed TV, etc. We encourage coaches and teachers to take a look! If you would like more support, please reach out to Taryn Cox for more training. GT-Walk to Read- Extension Resources.
- 95 Percent Group - Great news! The Phonics Lesson Library decodable passages are now available to download and print! Coaches can find them by logging in to 95percentgroup.com and clicking on the related PLL. We have also downloaded them into a shared folder for easy access: Decodable Passages. These can be used to supplement the phonics chip kit lessons in Walk to Read or to provide extra practice in classrooms or other WTR groups.
- Zoom Q&A Meetings for Coaches - The district literacy team will be hosting optional monthly Zoom meetings for coaches who have questions relating to literacy instruction and assessment. Our next meeting will be Monday, January 23rd at 2:00. Coaches can submit questions beforehand via this survey.
- 6th Grade Acadience & Growth Measure - To facilitate 7th grade reading class placement, middle schools have asked that 6th graders complete MOY Acadience and Growth Measure assessment by Jan. 6.