Teachers College Reading Units of Study for K - 2nd Grades

Primary-grade teachers face an important challenge: teaching children how to read while supporting their developing reading identity and love of reading. Many teachers find that utilizing a Reader’s Workshop instructional framework can help meet this challenge. Sessions within this series will focus on supporting learners through a workshop approach to teaching and learning. Participants will learn methods for supporting learners through whole group, small group, and individual instructional contexts, in order to meet the diverse needs of all readers.

SESSION DATES / TOPICS:

October 11: Reader's Workshop - The Instructional Framework

• Mini-lessons
• Independent and partner reading
• Conferring with readers
• Mid-workshop teaching
• Share

January 7: Reader's Workshop - A Menu of Options for Supporting Readers

• Goal-Setting with Readers
• Small Group Instruction (guided reading, strategy groups, and more!)
• Documentation For and Of Learning

March 14: Increasing Independence and Engagement

• Self-Selecting Books
• Book Talks
• Reading Volume
• Classroom Libraries
• The Art and Science of Anchor Charts

TIMES:

• Workshops: 9:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.
• Optional Q&A: 2:30 - 3:00 P.M.

THIS WORKSHOP SERIES IS A GOOD FIT FOR:

Kindergarten through 2^nd grade teachers using the Teachers College Reading Units of Study, reading specialists, literacy coaches, instructional leaders, and principals.

PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING:

• Lucy Calkins Reading Units of Study Kit (2016) (Entire kit)

REGISTRATION FEE: $325 per participant for series

• Includes access to online materials and resources and lunch all days.

LOCATION: CESA 6 Conference Center, 2300 State Road 44, Oshkosh

QUESTIONS? Contact Amy Ruppert, Program Assistant, at (920) 236.0562  •  aruppert@cesa6.org

CANCELLATION POLICY: Any registration cancellation must be received at least 8 business days before event in order for a full refund to be issued. Registration cancellations received 1-7 business days before an event, a refund, minus $50 for each participant, will be issued. Persons who are registered, but not in attendance on the day of the session ("no call, no show") will be charged the full registration fee. CESA 6 reserves the right to cancel any session due to insufficient enrollment. Participants will be notified by email if a cancellation occurs.

Disclaimer:

CESA 6 makes every effort to accommodate basic dietary needs such as vegetarian, gluten free and basic food allergies. Because of the number of meals served and the number of items used each day, along with food product changes from our food vendors, we cannot guarantee that every allergen in the food served will be identified and labeled. Guests concerned with food allergies must be aware of this risk. CESA 6 does not assume liability for adverse reactions to food consumed or items one may come into contact with while eating at a CESA 6 event. To better serve our guests with dietary restrictions or allergies, please go into your myQuickReg account and update the special accommodations section. Notice of a special dietary need must be made in advance of the event.

Cancellation Policy:

Any registration cancellation must be received at least 8 business days before event in order for a full conference fee refund to be issued (full refunds do not include service fees. Service fees are nonrefundable).Registration cancellations received 1-7 business days before an event, a refund, minus $50 for each participant, will be issued. Persons who are registered, but not in attendance on the day of the session ("no call, no show") will be charged the full registration fee. CESA 6 reserves the right to cancel any session due to insufficient enrollment. Participants will be notified by email if a cancellation occurs.