Science of Reading Leadership Symposium Northern CA

Delivering on the Promise of Literacy for All: A Science of Reading Symposium for Educational Leaders

January 24 and January 25 I 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT

Courtyard Marriott San Francisco Airport I 1050 Bayhill Drive, San Bruno | $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 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: Tuesday, January 24 | 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, January 25 I 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Keynote Speaker: Kareem Weaver, Literacy Activist, Co-Founder & Executive Director FULCRUM 9:00 AM –10:30 AM

MTSS Success Story: Sharon Dunn & Diane Bryson I 10:45 am –12:00 pm

• Embracing Change Against All Odds

Sharon Dunn, former Principal of Loudon Elementary, Panama-Buena Vista USD, and Diane Bryson, former First Grade Teacher/Team Lead at Loudon Elementary, will share how site-based leaders can guide the implementation process to effectively close skill deficits and improve reading outcomes for all students. Their personal story will cover the following:

• How school leaders can empower teachers with a strong foundation in the Science of Reading
• Keys to motivating staff to embrace evidence-based instructional practices
• A structure for multi-tiered literacy success

Roundtable Panel Discussion: CA Literacy Leaders I 1:00 PM – 2:30 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:

• Kareen Weaver, Literary Activist, Co-founder & Executive Director FULCRUM
• Sharon Dunn, MTSS Leadership Consultant & former Principal , PBVUSD
• Jeannine Herron, Ph.D., Teacher, Activist, and Research Neuropsychologist
• Todd Collins, Board Member, Palo Alto USD Board of Education

Questions: workshops@95percentgroup.com | 847-499-8200