Reading First

Reading First is an ambitious national initiative to help every young child in every state become a successful reader. This effort is based on high expectations for what can and should happen for all students and that instructional decisions will be guided by the best available research.

The Alliance of Educational Leaders is commited to supporting Regional Reading First efforts by convening Reading First Teacher Academies.

Reading First Teacher Academies: 4-day workshops for teachers to learn the most current research based instructional strategies and resources

Quarterly Regional Training: Training for Reading First Coaches provided by the State Regional District leadership to focus on literacy goals and opportunities