5/ HOW we got those gains matters because it wasn't easy but it *is* replicable. We didn't push particular training, curriculum, or quick fixes. We helped school teams develop and implement Literacy Action Plans over 3 years. The team provided **848 HOURS** of support

6/ Help included: - Strengthening sites' leadership teams - Coordinating classroom schedules to maximize available resources - Planning assessment calendars - Analyzing data - Targeting coaching support based on student data - Training for teachers, principals, coaches - & more

The Tips & Tools PL came in handy today! Our Language & Literacy Leaders are exploring videos, articles, and resources on background knowledge and vodabulary to enhance the dynamic process of reading comprehension! Irving ISD PD Design Team Irving ISD IISDBIL/ESL #readcomprehendthrive

Congratulations to our district winners Emilia and Joel for their outstanding performance at the Region 10 Spanish Spelling Bee! Joel also clinched 3rd place in the 6th-8th grade category. IISDBIL/ESL Irving ISD Austin Middle School J.O. Davis_ES

It is so affirming to see that other districts are aligned with the work currently happening in Irving ISD. Great minds think alike! IISDBIL/ESL

I can't believe we randomly ran into Dr. Miguel A. Cardona outside of #NABE2024! His speech this morning was brilliant and empowering! Irving ISD Jill Carter IISDBIL/ESL

This morning session was exhilarating, and now on to one of my favorite topics! #NABE2024 I can't wait to integrate my new learning Irving ISD.

Dictionary use is a necessary skill that should be taught, but research has told us that dictionary definitions are inaccessible to most students.

Absolutely! After all, Jill Carter mentioned, we are all language teachers. We get excited to discuss the topic and engage in this work because there is always something new we learn! Kristen Price

Wrapping up my final project (K-5 DL1 and DL2 pacing guides) as I bid farewell to Irving ISD. Grateful for the memories and excited for the next chapter ahead! 📚

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“We must not create a learning environment that inhibits the use of students’ home language but rather engages students in learning activities in which they see the connection between their language and the new language. It is through determining the distinct features between the

I had the privilege of meeting Emily Hanford in my doctoral class Mount St. Joseph University. Feeling incredibly fortunate to be on this academic journey surrounded by such inspiring minds! 📚

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"The mandate for schools and teachers is clear: Effective instruction for ALL students includes a literacy program that accommodates ELs' needs" Amendum et al. 2017, p. 157 What's good for EL/MLL students benefits ALL students. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

📖 Get ready for an immersive 3-day journey filled with learning and networking at #DyslexiaCon2024! Details at dyslexiacon.org #dyslexia #dyslexiacon #literacy

This was an EXCELLENT read.... A leader can make or break a district, and the worst part is that the casualties are students, educators, families, and community. #educationalequity al.com/educationlab/2…

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