RSE 7 Mighty Moves Science of Reading Book Study Spring 2024

Course Description

• Using the book 7 Mighty Moves by Lindsay Kemeny, teachers and staff will embrace the PLC process by reading the book, sharing new knowledge and implementing the different aspects of the science of reading. Focused and relevant sessions will include practical strategies and protocols that staff can use immediately both from the book as well as the Wonders curriculum. Tap into the growth mindset as adult learners. When we know better, we do better! Staff have the opportunity to support each other in the learning process after sessions for the benefit of our students.
• Lead Learner (Facilitator): Kim Belitz | Christina Courtney
• Credit(s) and Type: 20 Hours Relicensure | Staff Development

Target Audience

• RSE Staff

Meeting Information

• Date: January 17 - Move 1: Teach Phonemic Awareness with Intention January 31 - Move 2: Teach Phonics Explicitly and Systematically February 7 - Move 3: Teach Decoding Strategies, Not Cueing Strategies March 6 - Move 4: Use Decodable Text Instead of Predictable Text with Beginning Readers March 13 - Move 5 Embrace a Better Approach to Teaching “Sight Words” April 17 - Move 6: Focus on Meaningful Fluency Practice May 1 - Move 7: Improve Comprehension by Developing Vocabulary and Background Knowledge
• Time: 7:30 - 8:15 AM
• Location: Redstone Elementary Library

Course Outcomes

Here are the outcomes for the course:

• Practical strategies and protocols that staff can use immediately both from the book as well as the Wonders curriculum