Science of Reading Leadership Symposium | Tacoma, WA

1515 Commerce Street,Tacoma WA 98402

25 April, 2023

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Delivering on the Promise of Literacy for All: A Science of Reading Symposium for Education Leaders April 25 and April 26 I 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PTCourtyard Marriott Tacoma Downtown| 1515 Commerce Street | Tacoma, WA | $199 Now more than ever, we are called to focus on the 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 today. Through the science of reading research, we can 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: Tuesday, April 25 | 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: Wednesday, April 26 I 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Keynote Speaker: Jan Hasbrouck, Ph.D. | 9:00 AM –10:15 AM Researcher, Educational Consultant & Author MTSS Success Story | 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM | Jordan School District, UT Michelle Lovell. Elementary Language Arts Consultant and Natalie Walker, Teacher Specialist,  will share their implementation journey and how they worked to add Science of Reading aligned instructional practices and resources in their district to vastly improve outcomes for K-6 students. Highlights include: Identifying critical needs to improve site-based processesProviding high-quality instructional materials and professional learning to impact reading  achievement and sustain MTSS initiativesEmpowering teachers with a strong foundation in the Science of ReadingConnecting Research to Practice | 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM Traci Christopherson, Senior Regional Account Executive, 95 Percent Group Roundtable Panel Discussion: CA Literacy Leaders I 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Laura Stewart, Chief Academic Officer, 95 Percent Group, will moderate a discussion about bringing the Science of Reading to CA schools. Learn how these leaders created environments for change in their districts and schools. Panelists include: Jan Hasbrouck, Ph.D., Researcher, Educational Consultant & AuthorMichelle Lovell, Elementary Language Arts Consultant, Jordan School District, UTNatalie Walker, Teacher Specialist, Jordan School District, UTJulie Bedell, Read WAAmy Fleisher, Read WAAlicia Roberts Frank, Ed.D., Regional Administrator Special Programs/Dyslexia Specialist, ESD 113 Rebecca Estock, MTSS Implementation Program Supervisor for the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)Bethany Moffatt, M. Ed., NBCT, Associate Program Director, Endorsement Program & Professor, City University of SeattleLunch will be provided on-site both days. All attendees will receive: 10 Success Factors for Literacy Improvement, a transformative MTSS leadership guide by Dr. Susan Hall, Co-Founder 95 Percent Group10 Success Factors Book Study Bundle including a Facilitator's Guide and 10 Reader’s Guides Reader95 Percent Group Steps for Success Flipbook95 Percent Group Phonics Continuum95 Phonics Core Program™ Grade 1 Sample LessonThe Reading League's Science of Reading Defining GuideCertificate of Attendance10% Discount Code for printed product orders (up to $500 per school, expires in 30 days) Questions: [email protected] | 847-499-8200