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Lead for Literacy

The Lead for Literacy initiative is a series of one-page memos written for leaders dedicated to children’s literacy development. Each memo revisits assumptions that guide current policies and practices, outlines common pitfalls, and presents feasible solutions to pressing issues.  Download available memos below. 

Program Design for Impact Early Identification and Intervention Practices What Leaders Need to Know Literacy Unpacked: What Do We Mean by Literacy?
The Importance of Early Literacy Assessment Comprehensive Assessment: Towards a More Complete Picture of Literacy Comprehensive Assessment: Making Sense of Test Type and Purpose Designing Professional Development for Instructional Change
Implementing Professional Development for Instructional Change Designing Family Partnerships that Make a Difference Implementing Family Partnerships that Make a Difference Designing a Volunteer Program Focused on Literacy
Implementing a Volunteer Program Focused on Literacy The Importance of Using a Literacy Curriculum Selecting a Comprehensive Literacy Curriculum Implementing a Comprehensive Literacy Curriculum