Structured Literacy

This comprehensive professional development series is designed specifically for elementary special education teachers to deepen their knowledge and instructional practices in literacy. Participants will explore the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy frameworks, equipping them with the tools and strategies necessary to support students with dyslexia and other reading disabilities. Meets Chapter 49 requirements.

Content will include:

• Foundations of the Science of Reading -Understand the interdisciplinary research behind how the brain learns to read and the implications for instruction.
• Principles of Structured Literacy -Learn the essential components of explicit, systematic, and cumulative instruction, with a focus on morphology, syntax, semantics, comprehension, and fluency.
• Understanding Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities- Identify characteristics of dyslexia and other reading difficulties, debunk common myths, and explore the neurobiological basis of these disabilities.
• Assessment and Data-Driven Instruction - Gain hands-on experience with informal diagnostic assessments and the effective use of progress monitoring measures to inform instruction and intervention planning.
• Intervention Design and Implementation - Apply knowledge of reading science to deliver effective, individualized interventions and accommodations tailored to diverse learners.

Target Audience:

6-12 Special education teachers including life skills support and autistic support teachers, special education liaisons

Act 48 Hours:

• 5 Act 48 hours will be awarded per training for a total of 15 hours at the end of the training series
• Participants are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to attend all sessions in the series, partial Act 48 hours offered

Registration Priority: Educators who work for LEAs in the AIU3 region will have priority registration

Time: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Location: Flexible Instruction Room, Allegheny Intermediate Unit, 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA 15120

Time: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Location: Rogers Room, Allegheny Intermediate Unit, 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA 15120

Time: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Location: Sullivan Room, Allegheny Intermediate Unit, 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA 15120

Registration Questions:

Karen Duncan, Administrative Support

karen.duncan@aiu3.net

Training Content Questions:

Kate Stuckey, Training and Consultation Coordinator

katherine.stuckey@aui3.net

Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate individuals who have special needs as addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act and who need assistance at this event.