Science of Reading Leadership Symposium Kansas City, MO

200 West 12th Street,Kansas City MO 64105

22 February, 2023

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Delivering on the Promise of Literacy for All: A Science of Reading Symposium for Educational Leaders February 22 and February 23 I 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM CTKansas City, MO Marriott Downtown I 200 West 12th Street | $199Now more than ever, we are called to focus on compelling evidence-aligned reading research to provide a clear foundation for student success. Literacy is one of the most significant social justice and equity issues we face today. Through the science of reading research, we have the opportunity to deliver on the promise of literacy for ALL. School leaders are the key change agents in making good on that promise. Districts where leaders know the research and lead the instruction experience the greatest success. This 2-day Science of Reading Symposium will provide the research as the foundation and the roadmap for instruction; the why and the how. Day 1: Wednesday, February 22 | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM Laura Stewart, Chief Academic Officer 95 Percent Group, will facilitate an interactive, deep dive into the Science of Reading. What has science taught us about how children learn to read?How do these findings help transform instructional practice?What framework can impact system-wide change and literacy success?You’ll leave Day 1 with an understanding of the principles of the Science of Reading, practical teaching techniques to put into immediate action, and a framework for system-wide change. Day 2: Thursday, February 23 I 9:00 AM–3:00 PM Keynote Speaker: Anita Archer, Ph. D., Educational Consultant, Scholar & Author 9:00 AM-10:30 AM MTSS Success Journeys: Joplin, MO & Aurora, CO 10:45 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00 PM-1:30 PM A Science of Reading Transformation: Instruction, Engagement, and Student Outcomes Sarah Mwangi, Assistant Superintendent, Libbie Burd, Coordinator of Elementary Curriculum, and Jordan Adkins, Principal, Irving Elementary, Joplin, MO Kim Pippenger, Principal, and Rachel Sellers, Assistant Principal, Virginia Court Elementary, Aurora, CO These district and school leaders will share how they led the implementation process effectively close skill deficits and improve reading outcomes for all students. Their journeys will cover the following: How school leaders can empower teachers with a strong foundation in the Science of ReadingKeys to motivating staff to embrace evidence-based instructional practicesBuilding and sustaining MTSS successRoundtable Panel Discussion with Literacy Leaders 1:30 PM–3:00 PM Laura Stewart, Chief Academic Officer 95 Percent Group, will moderate a discussion about effectively implementing the Science of Reading. Learn how these leaders created environments for change in their districts and schools. Panelists include: Anita Archer, Ph.D., Educational Consultant, Scholar & AuthorCasey Peine, Director of Teaching and Learning, Clearwater, KSSarah Mwangi, Assistant Superintendent, Joplin, MOLibbie Burd, Coordinator of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction, Joplin, MOJordan Adkins, Irving Elementary Principal, Joplin, MOKimberly Pippenger, Principal, Virginia Court Elementary, Aurora, CORachel Sellers, Assistant Principal, Virginia Court Elementary, Aurora, CO Questions: [email protected] | 847-499-8200