LETRS; Cohort 1 and 2, Volume 2

Volume 2 Training (Units 5-8)
Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling

 

Volume 2 is the next four units in LETRS training.  Participants must complete Volume 1 training before participating in Volume 2. 

The second volume builds on the learning of the fundamentals of literacy skills addressed in the first four units.  Participants will gain essential knowledge and skills for

• oral language and vocabulary instruction 
• reading comprehension 
• writing instruction

LETRS  is an investment in teachers' literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction required to apply and transform student learning. It is a curriculum-agnostic professional learning that dives into the what, why, and how around how children learn to read. It is grounded in decades of research informed by experts in multiple fields. LETRS provides the knowledge and tools teachers can use with any quality reading program.

Audience: K-5 Elementary teachers, Reading Specialists, Instructional Coaches, EL and Special Education teachers. All Admin are welcome. 

Dates:

• February 13, 2024 @C8
• April 16, 2024 @C9
• May 16, 2024 @C8
• May29, 2024 @C9

The Motion 57, 8a grant for $4,000 supports districts' participation in LETRS training. 

After completing all of the requirements for asynchronous and face-to-face training, participants will receive a certificate, which will be needed to claim the funds through WISEgrants. 

Cost for 4-Part Series $1250 per person for CESA 8 CIA Member Districts. $1350 for all others Reduced pricing due to ESSER III Motion 57 grant funds

Registration Deadline January 16, 2024. Seating is limited to the first 20 people. (NOTE: In the event that fewer than 20 participants between the two CESAs register for this training, the course will either be canceled or the price will increase.)

Prerequisite - You must have attended LETRS Cohort 1- Volume 1 to register for this class

CANCELLATION POLICY: Any registration cancellation must be received 7 days prior to the scheduled date to receive a refund or avoid invoicing. CESA 8 will only provide full refund of registration fees depending on individual circumstances. Refunds depend upon the ability of CESA 8 to cancel any financial obligations created by the registration such as meals, materials, etc. Registered participants not in attendance on the day of the session will be charged the full registration fee. CESA 8 reserves the right to cancel any session due to insufficient enrollment or inclement weather. Participants will be notified via email through myQuickReg.com if a cancellation occurs. Please make sure all of your contact information is correct in myQuickReg.com. DIETARY ACCOMMODATIONS: Due to varied dietary restrictions, CESA 8 cannot guarantee that all special dietary accommodations can be met. CESA 8 makes every effort to accommodate basic dietary restrictions with advance notice, but please plan accordingly. BY REGISTERING FOR THIS EVENT YOU CONSENT TO PHOTOGRAPHS/VIDEOTAPE taken during the course for publicity, promotional, and/or educational purposes including but not limited to publications, presentations, newsletters, internet, and social media sources. I do this with full knowledge and consent to waive all claims for compensation for the use or for damages. If you do not consent to this statement, please send a written notice via email to the agency contact listed on the workshop posting.