Breakout Session 3.5: Adolescent Literacy: Path to Proficiency with Responsibility and Leadership
This session is dedicated to empowering leaders of adolescent learners on their journey towards literacy proficiency. We will establish connections between the science of reading and the influence of adolescent students' gaps in foundational skills on reading comprehension outcomes.
Learn from a North Carolina District Leader, through a guided thought partnering protocol, we will delve into the myriad of challenges that emerge when addressing adolescent literacy. attendees will gain valuable insights into championing and guiding the efforts of teachers as they support students' academic trajectories throughout their secondary education.
Together, we will navigate the path to adolescent literacy proficiency, ensuring every student's educational success.
Learn how to take a systematic approach to engaging stakeholders, building a shared vision, and supporting a culture of innovation. Presenters will share their experiences and the tools used for program planning and how to prepare and support teachers in expanding personalized, blended learning opportunities to help break free of low performing status. Participants will gain leadership strategies and tools they can use right away no matter where they are on the personalized learning journey to provide equity and accessibility for all.