Innovation and Improvement
Reading First
Reading First is a national initiative to improve reading in Kindergarten
through grade three. Reading First establishes a nation-wide
commitment to support states and local school districts in
their efforts to improve the quality and effectiveness of
reading instruction for all students.
Webinars & Presentations
Closing Out Your Illinois Reading First Grant Program Presentation
Webinar: ‘Using Assessment to Inform Instruction in Reading First Schools’ —
April 20, 2010
This webinar is a Professional Development workshop focusing on data analysis and utilization for Illinois Reading First teachers, coaches, and administrators
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Webinar Video
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Webinar: ‘Differentiating Instruction’ — February 23, 2010
A professional development workshop for Illinois Reading First teachers, coaches, and administrators on the topic of differentiating instruction.
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Program Materials and Documents
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FY 2010 Reading First ROE/ISC Continuation Application
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FY 2010 Reading First District Continuation Application
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Round Three - Illinois Reading First Program
The Illinois Reading First Update
Round 3 Reading First Compliance Monitoring Instrument
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Reading Teacher Certification Update Information
Guidance on Core/Basal Reading Programs
For guidance on previously reviewed core/basal reading programs, please visit the websites listed below: Please note: ISBE does not participate in, or conduct reviews of, core/basal reading programs nor does it endorse any previously reviewed programs.Supplemental
This link goes to the Oregon Reading First page which provides links to the updated Supplemental and Intervention reviews completed by the National Panel.Resources
