Structured Literacy Academy, 5-8
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This two-year academy equips middle school teachers with the knowledge and tools to design and implement universal instruction grounded in the Science of Reading. Participants will learn how to create inclusive, evidence-based literacy practices that address the diverse needs of all students, with a focus on the essential components of reading—phonological awareness, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
Through high-leverage instructional routines and teacher tools, educators will explore how to effectively structure lessons, differentiate instruction, and integrate universal supports to ensure every student has the opportunity to become a confident, skilled reader.
Goals
Learning Outcomes
- Define structured literacy and its implications for shifts in thinking and practice.
- Build an understanding of the reading brain and its impact on instruction in the middle grades.
- Understand and intentionally apply routines and tools supported by Science of Reading research.
- Devise a responsive system of support across your building or district for middle school students who struggle with reading.
Structure & Schedule
Details
- One half-day leadership session
- Three full-day, in-person learning sessions
- Three in-district coaching days
Leader Session
- September 18, 2025
In-Person Learning Sessions
- October 2, 2025
- November 6, 2025
- February 11, 2026
- April 23, 2026
Who Would Benefit
- Middle-Level Teachers (5th-8th grade)
- Literacy and Instructional Coaches
- Middle School Principals
- Curriculum & Instruction Directors