LETRS: The Science of Reading Volume 1 Cohort 7 | September 2, 2026 - March 30, 2027 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
This PD is being hosted by Rockwood School District, but is open to teachers in other districts.
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. 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. These will be held on July 29 or July 30 or August 4 for two hours. More details will be emailed once your registration has been processed.
Attendance is required at all four sessions:
Unit 1: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Unit 2: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Unit 3: Tuesday, February 2, 2027
Unit 4: Tuesday, March 30, 2027
Jessica Hall serves all our member districts by providing comprehensive literacy training, coaching and support. She has a MS in Reading and more than 10 years of experience in early childhood education. Jessica is passionate about literacy in general, and early literacy in particular. Literacy is the key to ensuring our students can break generational cycles of poverty and trauma, and to set them up for success as students and as members of society.
For additional information about this event, please contact Tiffiny Smithtsmith@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.