After the pandemic, many students returned to the classroom behind on reading, as shown by data in the National Assessment for Educational Progress (NAEP). Those students are now adolescents and approaching a critical turning point in their education: They are expected to read with greater independence.
State: Massachusetts
R1CC presenters discussed evidence for literacy, including the science of teaching, implementation science, and methodology considerations. By differentiating between evidence, research, and claims about research, participants learned productive ways to analyze and discuss evidence as one piece of a puzzle in decision making. The webinar concluded with a demonstration of a tool to apply ESSA language and ESSA Non-Regulatory Guidance to understand and apply evidence to inform decisions based on local context.
State: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Regional
Recently, I had the pleasure of gathering with my R1CC colleagues in Waltham, Massachusetts. I enjoyed seeing everyone in-person and making those personal connections. More importantly, I enjoyed having two days of dedicated time to examine and discuss the most pressing topics from state, local, and school leaders in Region 1.
State: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Regional
State: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Regional
The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is committed to supporting educators in using evidence-based early literacy practices. The DESE 2019 Literacy Strategic Planidentifies two focus areas of instructional support for English language arts and literacy: high-quality core instruction and the use of evidence-based practices for early literacy skills.
State: Massachusetts
To support its Literacy Strategic Plan, DESE requested that the Region 1 Comprehensive Center (R1CC) conduct a statewide needs assessment on educator preparation in K–3 literacy instruction. The needs assessment consisted of a review of early childhood and elementary certification course syllabi (EPP Core Course Review) to understand which programs are preparing and providing preservice teachers with opportunities to learn about and practice evidence-based reading and writing instruction.
State: Massachusetts
With schools closed across Region 1, states and districts have had questions about ESEA requirements. To support the states we work with, we have pulled together key information and resources from the U.S. Department of Education on the impact of COVID-19 on ESEA requirements. We will continue to provide updates here as new guidance is released. If you have a question or are looking for support, contact us at Region 1 Comprehensive Center.
State: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Regional
As school closures continue throughout Region 1 states (and nationwide), many states and districts have had questions about how to best educate students remotely while protecting student safety, privacy and civil rights. To support the states we work with, we have pulled together key information and resources from the Department of Education on protecting students while addressing COVID-19.
State: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Regional
As school closures continue throughout Region 1 states (and nationwide), many states and districts have had questions about how best to support students with disabilities.To support the states we work with, we have pulled together key information and resources from the U.S. Department of Education on the provision of services to students with disabilities. We will continue to provide updates here as new guidance is released. If you have a question or are looking for support, contact us at Region 1 Comprehensive Center.
State: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Regional