Series 4, Episode 6: Tune in to Literacy Lunch Break as host Marjorie Bottari engages in a dynamic conversation with Dr. Esmeralda Carini, a passionate K-12 literacy leader. Esmeralda shares strategies for ensuring educators have access to targeted professional learning opportunities, specifically focusing on enhancing content knowledge to drive student achievement. From her experiences in Hawaii, Esmeralda shares insights on fostering teacher growth and empowering educators to make impactful instructional decisions.

Discover the essentials of elementary literacy instruction and leadership in our podcast series. Join leading educators and administrators as they share innovative strategies and actionable insights to empower teachers and drive student success in literacy.

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Series 4, Episode 5: Join us for an insightful episode of Literacy Lunch Break as we sit down with Dr. Gyimah Whitaker, Superintendent at City Schools of Decatur, and Jennifer Burton, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning. Discover their innovative approaches to literacy leadership and learn how they are transforming literacy education to foster student success and engagement in their district.

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Series 4, Episode 4: Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Christine Quesada, the Assistant Director of Literacy and Humanities at the New Mexico Public Education Department. Christine shares her expertise on leading literacy instruction from a statewide perspective, discussing key initiatives, effective leadership strategies, and the vital support systems in place for educators. Discover how New Mexico is tackling challenges and measuring success to ensure every elementary student has the opportunity to excel in literacy. Whether you're an educator, school leader, or policy maker, this conversation provides valuable insights into driving meaningful and sustainable literacy change from the top down.

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Series 4, Episode 3: Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Carrie Willer, the Director of Elementary Education (5K-6) at Appleton School District, the sixth largest district in Wisconsin. Carrie shares her expertise on how effective school leadership can drive literacy instruction, fostering a love for reading and learning in young students. We discuss the strategies Appleton uses to support literacy development, the role of school leaders in creating a culture of reading, and practical tips for educators and administrators looking to enhance literacy programs in their schools. Don’t miss this engaging conversation on empowering young minds through strong leadership and innovative literacy instruction.

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Series 4, Episode 2: Join us for a conversation about literacy instruction with Shanna Beber, Executive Director of Literacy at the Louisiana Department of Education. Shanna shares her journey and commitment to education, along with Louisiana's initiatives to enhance literacy instruction. Explore how the department supports educators through innovative programs and professional development opportunities.

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Series 4, Episode 1: Join us for a dynamic Literacy Lunch Break episode with Dr. Ernesto Ortiz, Jr., as we dive into the transformative power of literacy leadership. Dr. Ortiz shares his expertise on district-wide literacy initiatives, the role of leadership in driving literacy change in elementary schools, and strategies for supporting educators. Discover how educational leaders are addressing challenges and measuring the impact of their literacy programs to ensure every student thrives.

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Join us for an engaging episode of our podcast, where Stefanie Tenenbaum, an experienced classroom teacher, shares insights into small group literacy instruction and student engagement. Stefanie walks us through the logistics of a typical day of small group instruction, discussing decision-making processes, fluid group dynamics, and data-driven adjustments. 

As a current teacher, she offers practical advice for educators transitioning from guided reading to small group instruction, addressing common challenges and emphasizing the balance between the science and art of teaching. 

Tune in for valuable tips and strategies to enhance your literacy instruction practices in a classroom setting.

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One shift as we rethink small group instruction is the amount of time students spend in a group. Previously, we would often "re-group" students according to a specific timeframe. Perhaps every 4-6 weeks. We realize now that true differentiation requires groups to be fluid. One key component to fluidity is considering how long skills take to learn and how complex they are. Katherine Doughtery Stahl uncovers the Constrained Skills Theory as an impactful resource to use when considering small group instruction. We are so excited to have Katherine join us today to share her insight on this theory and how it can inform our instruction. 

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Join our latest episode featuring Shawn Toy, an Orton–Gillingham certified K-3 Reading Intervention Teacher, who brings a wealth of insights and knowledge to the table. Explore the world of data-driven instruction and gather strategies for small-group literacy planning.

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In this episode, we continue to explore life beyond guided reading. Join us as Jamey Peavler, instructor in the Reading Science program at Mount St. Joseph University, shares her insights on how to maximize small group, targeted instruction for foundational skills.  

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