Casey Sovo

Casey Sovo, a member of the Comanche Nation and an experienced education administrator, discusses critical issues in improving reading outcomes for Indigenous students. They share successful strategies using direct instruction and the importance of community involvement in closing the achievement gap. Sovo reflects on the unique challenges faced by Indigenous educators, emphasizing the need for tailored approaches in literacy programs. The conversation highlights the systemic miseducation affecting Indigenous students and the transformative impact of collaboration among educators.