LETRS: The Science of Reading Volume 1 Cohort 4|September 15, 2025 - April 23, 2026|8:30 AM-3:30PM
As part of the LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) cohort, teachers will learn the science of reading in order to apply research in the classroom and meet the literacy needs of early learners. Teachers will gain practical strategies to use regardless of curriculum or program currently in place.
LETRS materials include a text and online modules. Participants will receive the materials from: 1) a DESE shipment to the district; 2) EdPlus at the first session; or 3) the district purchase from Lexia.
Per Lexia and state directives, all LETRS participants must attend a mandatory Launch session. These will be held on July 30 or July 31 for two hours. More details will be emailed once your registration has been processed.
Attendance is required at all four sessions:
Unit 1: Monday, September 15, 2025
Unit 2: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Unit 3: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Unit 4: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Bev Colombo serves all our member districts by providing Dyslexia training and support. Bev was an English and Special Education Teacher for over 20 years as well as an Instructional Facilitator in Curriculum and Instruction, an Instructional and Behavior Coach and the Director of a nonprofit research center. Bev is passionate about research and translating it into practice - specifically in regards to reading and literacy as well as the social and emotional health and self-efficacy of students.
For additional information about this event, please contact Tiffiny Smith tsmith@edplus.org.
Cancellations made more than 10 business days before the event start date will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
Cancellations made 10 business days or less are not eligible for a refund.
If an event is cancelled due to inclement weather or low enrollment, a full refund will be issued.
No-shows will be billed in full.
The cancellation policy applies to all forms of payment including Learning Service Credits.