The Road to Reading Podcast

In this episode, two teachers, Kerry Cusick and Tara Livolsi, share how they developed a professional learning plan for their school and district around learning science. They describe where they got the idea, how they implemented the professional learning, and how they plan to build on this learning in the future. If you are interested in bringing learning science back to your district, this episode is for you. Teachers teaching teachers is an excellent way to continue our professional learning and provide ongoing support to each other in our schools.Show Notes:Road to Reading WebpageSoR Resource PageSeason 2-episodesSeason 3-episodes

In this discussion, Holly Korbey, an education and parenting journalist, shares her insights on the importance of understanding how learning occurs. She emphasizes the critical role educators play in advocating for effective teaching methods. Holly explores the challenges of teaching math and reading, advocating for holistic solutions to educational inequities. She also discusses the transformative impact of the pandemic on parental perspectives and encourages teachers to embrace leadership and community building for professional growth.

In this episode, the founding members of Project for Adolescent Literacy (PAL) will share what their organization is all about, what they have been up to, and where they hope their future will take them. If you work with adolescents, this episode is a must-listen! You will find a community of educators willing to support and learn alongside you.Resources:https://seekcommonground.org/palPAL@seekcommonground.orghttps://www.neilramsden.co.uk/spelling/matrix/Jessica Terradas's open source secondary MTSS modulesIES GuidesAnything from Marva CollinsShow Notes:Road to Reading WebpageSoR Resource PageSeason 2-episodesSeason 3-episodes

In this episode, Sean Morrisey shares his newly developed vocabulary curriculum for grades 3-5 with us. He explains why there was a need for it, how the curriculum was built, what is included, and what results he has seen in his own classroom. If you are interested in piloting this new vocabulary curriculum in the upcoming school year, please contact Sean @ smorrisey1975@gmail.com or his X handle is @smorrisey.Show Notes:Road to Reading WebpageSoR Resource PageSeason 2-episodesSeason 3-episodes

In this episode, Laura Stam, a 2nd grade teacher in Wyoming shares a knowledge building resource she created called the Knowledge Exchange. This resource is meant to share resources with teachers so that they can build their own knowledge of topics that might be in their curriculum. Make sure to check them out. The resource can be found on her Substack (LauraStam1) or on X or Facebook.https://lstam.substack.com/p/knowledge-building-for-teachers-series?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=webX-@StamStam193Show Notes:Road to Reading WebpageSoR Resource PageSeason 2-episodesSeason 3-episodes

In this episode, we wrap-up our work in season 3 and make some summer recommendations for resources to check out. Please join us for season 4 as Cicero D99 dives into the science of learning and all that it has to offer.Thank you for your continued support and for listening!Show Notes:Road to Reading WebpageSoR Resource PageSeason 2-episodesSeason 3-episodes

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Tiffany Peltier. Dr. Peltier shares how we can utilize screeners to identify students at risk for both reading and language, how we can continue to utilize evidence-based instruction to support students with Developmental Language Disorder, and how we can learn more about this disability in order to support our students.Show Notes:Road to Reading WebpageSoR Resource PageSeason 2-episodesSeason 3-episodes

In this episode, Melissa and Lori from Melissa and Lori Love Literacy podcast, guest host and interview Elana Gordon and Sepideh Noekhah, 2 Cicero educators.Elana & Sepideh will share why they sought out EBLI training, the benefits  of EBLI instruction, what they’ve learned, and how EBLI instruction aligns with learning science. They will share some “aha” moments and the impact that EBLI instruction has had on their teaching.Show Notes:Road to Reading WebpageSoR Resource PageSeason 2-episodesSeason 3-episodes

In this episode, Nora Chahbazi explains the 4 principles of speech to print (S2P) or Structured Linguistic Literacy, as well as how EBLI embeds many principles of learning science. Nora is the founder of EBLI (Evidenced-Based Literacy Instruction), and has provided countless hours of instruction to both preschool aged children all the way to adults that struggled to learn to read. Nora presents at conferences, has coached in school districts, and provides free webinars to share her knowledge around the speech to print approach. Last summer, Nora and colleagues hosted an Accelerated Literacy Summit. Nora is also a key participant in the documentary film, The Truth About Reading. Her sole goal is to make sure that all children learn to read! Show Notes:Road to Reading WebpageSoR Resource PageSeason 2-episodesSeason 3-episodes

In this episode, Louise Decavitz shares her personal story as well as her work as a policy contributor and advocate in the state of IL. Louise is a board member for TRL-Illinois, a co-lead of the parent family advocacy team at the  Evidence Advocacy Center, and co-chair of the outreach committee for the Illinois Early Literacy Coalition, and a Stand for Children fellow.Show Notes:Road to Reading WebpageSoR Resource PageSeason 2-episodesSeason 3-episodes