It's Possible!

Applying the findings from the science of reading as well as the research on school leadership and highly effective schools, authors Pati Montgomery and Angela Hanlin guide principals and leaders on how to build systems and structures needed to ensure quality literacy instruction. Principals and leaders can implement the science of reading, support teachers, and increase literacy proficiency for all. K 8 educational leaders will use this book to: Understand how to design a tiered literacy intervention programGather and interpret assessment data to ensure student literacy is on targetProvide professional development that best supports teachersCreate a quality master scheduleCollaborate with colleagues to provide equitable reading instruction for all studentsContents:Foreword by Jan HasbrouckIntroductionChapter 1: Getting Started With Structured Literacy InstructionChapter 2: Implementing Universal InstructionChapter 3: Creating a Comprehensive Assessment PlanChapter 4: Intervening QuicklyChapter 5: Conducting Effective Data AnalysisChapter 6: Aligning Instructional Strategies With DataChapter 7: Prioritizing Ongoing Professional Development for EducatorsChapter 8: Collaborating Through Shared LeadershipEpilogue: It s PossibleAppendix A: Science of Reading OverviewAppendix B: Lesson Plan TemplateAppendix C: Performance-Level Profiles With Small-Group SuggestionsReferences and ResourcesIndex