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What To Do About the Science of Reading?
Don’t miss out on our upcoming Lunch & Learn webinars. See descriptions from the presenters below:
May 1: Where the Science of Learning Meets the Science of Reading
Session information from Collaborative Classroom: While the science of reading tells us what is essential for building a reader, the science of learning tells us the conditions that are necessary for learning to thrive and to last. Participants will learn about the evidence base for the science of learning and connecting those principles to the components of the Reading Rope. Grounded in professional readings and discussions as well as lesson and video analysis, join experts from Collaborative Classroom to learn more about how combining the science of learning with the science of reading has the potential to meet the needs of the whole child and support the development of independent learners. Save your seat!
May 8: Right to Read Act Round-up
It’s been almost a year since the now Right to Read Act (2023 Wisconsin Act 20) was first introduced by the legislature, overhauling how early literacy is taught in public, charter and choice schools. Just before summer vacation, join WCRIS for an overview of what we know so far about Act 20 regulations for choice schools, many of which begin this upcoming school year. Register now!
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May 1: Where the Science of Learning Meets the Science of Reading
Session information from Collaborative Classroom: While the science of reading tells us what is essential for building a reader, the science of learning tells us the conditions that are necessary for learning to thrive and to last. Participants will learn about the evidence base for the science of learning and connecting those principles to the components of the Reading Rope. Grounded in professional readings and discussions as well as lesson and video analysis, join experts from Collaborative Classroom to learn more about how combining the science of learning with the science of reading has the potential to meet the needs of the whole child and support the development of independent learners. Save your seat!
May 8: Right to Read Act Round-up
It’s been almost a year since the now Right to Read Act (2023 Wisconsin Act 20) was first introduced by the legislature, overhauling how early literacy is taught in public, charter and choice schools. Just before summer vacation, join WCRIS for an overview of what we know so far about Act 20 regulations for choice schools, many of which begin this upcoming school year. Register now!
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Part of the updated Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) regulations were released late last week by the U.S. Department of Education. The proposed changes were published almost exactly a year ago, and it’s taken almost that long for the department to sift through the thousands of public comments to finalize them. Since the [...]
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In the News: Civic Virtues; Student of the Week
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Private Schools Cultivate Civic Virtues Private, religious K-12 schools produce more engaged citizens than their public counterparts, according to a recent study. The study, conducted by University of Arkansas and University of Buckingham researchers, investigated four key components of civic engagement: political tolerance; political participation; civic knowledge and skills; and voluntarism and community engagement – [...]
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Reminder: May 15 Deadline Approaching
April 25, 2024
A list of students’ names, grades and addresses who are eligible for district transportation is due to the school boards in your attendance area by May 15. The requirement helps districts budget and plan for next school year; it’s not meant to exclude future students. WCRIS recommends writing at the end of this list: “Any student who [...]
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- All children have the right to quality, affordable education.
- Economic status should not determine whether a child receives a quality education.
- Our educational system must be designed to facilitate the growth of quality educational institutions, both public and private.
