Writing Across the Tiers

Writing is one of the most complex subjects we teach in school. It requires students to combine their reading comprehension skills with their executive functioning and self-regluation skills. This session will provide participants with an overview of the science of writing along with evidence-based strategies that can be used at the tier 1 level. Participants will also learn about effective ways to assess students' writing and support students who struggle with writing beyond tier 1 instruction.

Target Audience: General education teachers, special education teachers, interventionists, coaches, reading specialists, principals

Act 48 Hours:

• 5.5 (five and a half) Act 48 hours will be awarded after the training.
• No partial Act 48 will be awarded.

Cost: There is no cost to attend this training.

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

Date: December 16, 2025

Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Location: Flexible Instruction, AIU 475 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA 15120

Training Content Questions:

Jacob Minsinger, Training and Consultation Coordinator

jacob.minsinger@aiu3.net

Registration Questions:

Jamila Robinson-Moore, Administrative Support

jamila.robinsonmoore@aiu3.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.