Deepening Literacy Knowledge to Enhance Classroom Practice

This year, literacy learning in the Junior and Intermediate grades has been strengthened through a collaborative professional learning session developed jointly by Student Services and Academic Services. Junior and Intermediate educators were invited to engage in focused learning designed to deepen their understanding of how to support students with foundational literacy gaps. Participation was strong, with 30 educators attending in the fall and an additional 30 educators participating in early December.

The sessions focused on building educator capacity in key areas, including the use of diagnostic assessment to identify student needs, the development of clear and targeted foundational literacy IEP goals, and programming for students using Lexia resources. Educators also explored the intentional use of Assistive Technology, emphasizing how these tools can reduce barriers while supporting skill acquisition and independence.