Our Northwest Regional Education Service District Early Literacy Supports Team presents a learning opportunity for individuals and school teams from Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, or Washington counties on the Science of Reading, the Science of Teaching, and Data-Based Decision Making. This is the last event of a four-part series of professional development offered in the 2023-2024 school year which will focus on Pre-K through grade 5 literacy systems. There will be differentiated options for learners based on the needs of participants, as well as opportunities to review goals from this school year, and start planning for next school year.
The intended audience for this series of trainings includes all instructors in Pre-K through 5th grade settings, literacy coaches and specialists, school instructional leadership team members, and school administrators. Participants need not attend all four parts of the series. Please attend as many as you are able.
Session #1: October 26th, 2023
Scarborough’s Rope: Phonological Awareness and Decoding
Active Engagement & Increasing Opportunities to Respond Session #2: January 31st, 2024
Continuation of Science of Reading Knowledge Building
Scarborough’s Rope: Decoding and Sight Recognition
Active Engagement & Explicit Instructional Strategies
Assessment: Winter Benchmark Data Session #3: March 8th, 2024
Scarborough’s Rope: Background Knowledge and Vocabulary
Explicit Vocabulary Routines
Assessment: Formative Assessment Opportunities Session #4: May 23rd, 2024
Scarborough’s Rope: Language Structures, Verbal Reasoning, and Literacy Knowledge
Assessment: Spring Benchmark Data
Lunch will be provided. Please fill out this form to indicate any dietary needs.
To ease access to our Early Literacy Training, Northwest Regional ESD will pay for your sub costs. Once your direct supervisor approves your attendance and you are registered, please note in your absence system that you are attending a NWRESD event and the sub costs will be covered by the Instructional Services Department. This will prompt your business office to contact us for reimbursement. If you have any questions about this process or our event, please contact Laurel Fischer (LFischer@nwresd.k12.or.us). Accessibility: We strive to make our events accessible and inclusive to participants from all backgrounds and abilities. If you think you will need additional accommodations, such as an interpreter, please contact Laurel Fischer (LFischer@nwresd.k12.or.us). About Northwest Regional Education Service District: Northwest Regional ESD is the largest of Oregon’s 19 education service districts. We serve students, educators, child care providers and families living in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Washington counties. Our staff members work collaboratively with school districts and other educational partners to deliver quality, cost-effective programs and services including special education, technology, professional development, school improvement and operational support. Our vision is that every student is educated, equipped and inspired to achieve their full potential and enrich their communities. Learn more at nwresd.org.
