Cherae Clark

The Science of Reading is hot 🔥 right now. Super simplified explanation: Two approaches have been battling for dominance in public schools, Whole Language and Phonics. Whole Language focuses on rote memorization of words and Phonics breaks down the sounds. (Phonics is just one key part of the Science of Reading, but it is a differentiator.) Whole Language dominated for years, but results have caused concern. In 2022, 37% of 4th graders tested below basic on NAEP testing(nation's report card). Mississippi is one state that has chosen to move away from Whole Language with impressive results. They went from being ranked the second worst state in the country for 4th grade reading in 2013 to a rocket rise of 21st in the country in 2022. Many districts and states are making moves towards incorporating Science of Reading curriculum on different levels of intensity. A total of 38 states have now passed laws or policies about changing reading instruction. The problem is that many schools are trying to fit in the Science of Reading for supplemental support, helping students who have fallen behind instead of incorporating the training and curriculum into all of their core classes. Hoping that giving students a strong foundation in their early years can lead to more life long lovers of reading nationwide. 📚 #reading #literacy

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To accurately measure K‒12 student learning, schools need a set of quality assessment tools. Learn more about comprehensive assessment systems here.

To accurately measure K‒12 student learning, schools need a set of quality assessment tools. Learn more about comprehensive assessment systems here.

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Tonight 4/30 at 8:00 pm Eastern - Free Webinar "Measuring Mastery and Academic Growth in the Modern Classroom" - Mastery Based, Competency Based Learning with 3 classroom teachers doing it the right way!

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Navigating Change: Tips for P1 Teachers Transitioning to the New Education Structure

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As a new assistant principal, you know that supporting your struggling teachers requires more than just observations and feedback conversations. One often overlooked key to helping teachers improve their practice is providing timely and targeted professional development opportunities. Here's how to make PD work for your struggling teachers: 🔹 Identify specific skill gaps or growth areas based on data from observations, student work, and teacher self-reflection 🔹 Curate PD options that directly address those needs, rather than generic, one-size-fits-all training 🔹 Provide a mix of in-house and external PD, including workshops, coaching, mentoring, and peer observations 🔹 Build in time and support for teachers to implement and reflect on new learning 🔹 Follow up regularly to assess progress and adjust the PD plan as needed When PD is tailored to a teacher's unique needs and goals, it can be a powerful catalyst for growth and improvement. But it's not enough to just sign teachers up for training - you also have to support them in applying new learning in their daily practice. For more ideas on how to design effective PD plans for struggling teachers, as well as other key strategies for coaching and support, check out this article: Link in comments 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

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To truly personalize learning, K‒12 teachers need the right data and resources. Learn about how to best connect assessment data to personalized instruction here.

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If you are supporting new teachers in your school or district and have a focus on teacher retention, download this free guide from Teaching Channel. ⬇️ Resources inside the guide include: 📓 Actionable strategies 🛠️ State-of-the-art tools 🚀 Evidence-based models to curb turnover and elevate retention rates

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