{"id":4898,"date":"2024-12-10T01:34:31","date_gmt":"2024-12-10T01:34:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.resa.net\/ela-newsletter\/2024\/10\/22\/september-2024-copy\/"},"modified":"2024-12-10T13:47:31","modified_gmt":"2024-12-10T13:47:31","slug":"december-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.resa.net\/ela-newsletter\/2024\/12\/10\/december-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"December 2024 “Use Your Megaphone”: Inspiring Excellence in Literacy Instruction"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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This newsletter has been created by Wayne RESA literacy consultants for literacy educators. In each issue, you will find Literacy Learning Network updates and information, statewide <\/span>initiative updates,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>book synopses, teaching and coaching strategies, and upcoming professional learning opportunities. We look forward to partnering with you as we engage in best practices in literacy instruction for all students.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Literacy Learning Network Updates<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Nurturing Adolescent Literacies<\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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This fall, Wayne RESA hosted two events designed to support educators at the secondary level. Over 150 attendees traveled to the Ted Scott Campus on October 8 and\/or November 19 to engage in learning about disciplinary literacy, the Essential Instructional Practices for Disciplinary Literacy in the Secondary Classroom<\/a>, and the Essential School-wide Practices in Disciplinary Literacy<\/a>. Both events began with a call to action from Dr. Daveda Colbert: “As we build upon our literacy commitments to the youngest learners in Wayne County, we must place an equally strong focus on disciplinary literacy for our secondary students…Ensuring all students have the skills to engage meaningfully with their instruction throughout the school day means fostering learning with a purpose and learning that is equitable and responsive.” Dr. Colbert emphasized that, as secondary schools are increasingly identified by the state’s accountability system, now is the time to act. On both days, participants engaged in hands-on learning and crafted next steps. Through their efforts, and with the support of the Literacy Learning Network, the MAISA GELN Disciplinary Literacy Task Force, and the secondary consultants at Wayne RESA, we can change the trajectory for our secondary students so that they are prepared for any path they choose.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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As the old saying goes, “It’s never too early to start.” This is certainly the case with two of our youngest literacy advocates. At the 2024 MCTE Fall Conference, Wayne County students Khai Shahid and Maddox Neloms co-facilitated a session entitled “Youth Leadership & Literacy Justice in Digital Spaces.” These teens, as members of the 313Reads\u2019 Youth Literacy Justice Advisory Council, shared the many ways they’ve promoted digital literacy, hip-hop and literacy, and book banning. Khai is a recent recipient of the Michigan Reading Association’s 30 Under 30 award, which “celebrates rising innovators, disruptors, and visionaries in the literacy field.” Maddox, with the guidance of youth literacy advisor Dr. Erica Robinson, has co-authored a book that will be released later this year: The Adventures of the Little Black Detroit Boys<\/em>. <\/span><\/span><\/p>

After the conference, Khai and Maddox met to answer a few questions about their work, including their inspiration and future goals. Both responded that family had influenced them to become youth literacy advocates and that family literacy was important. Khai specifically mentioned her parents, who make certain books are always available to her, and Maddox added that, beyond his parents, familial influences included aunts, uncles, and grandparents, too.\u00a0Maddox also emphasized that literacy leaders can be influential and empowering, as Dr. Robinson has been for him. Both see the importance of raising awareness about literacy.\u00a0Khai and Maddox believe that having access to diverse books is important, especially when working to help students find joy in reading. Khai mentioned that students might not find books that interest them, so she works to promote literacy at school through personal invitations: “You should try this book.” In fact, as president of the National Junior Honor Society, she plans to start a book club. Her advice to her peers is to “keep their minds open” about books. Maddox echoed these thoughts; his advice to peers is to the point: “Keep reading!” He hopes that kids his age will stop seeing reading as a chore and simply enjoy the many different types of books. As our time together grew to a close, Khai and Maddox expressed their hope that kids will not only love literacy but see it as a way to advocate for social justice. Their passion is a powerful reminder that youth leaders can and will inspire change.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The LLN will be running a series of book studies aimed at fostering collaboration, reflection, and shared learning among elementary school leaders. These studies will explore topics that support principals’ roles as instructional leaders and community builders. Along with the book discussions, administrators will receive resources to help lead professional learning sessions with colleagues and staff. Additional information and registration can be found on the LLN Administrators Network site<\/a>. This initiative is designed to enhance leadership growth, equip leaders with actionable strategies, and strengthen professional development within their schools. Elementary principals across Wayne County should be on the lookout as these materials will be arriving shortly.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Mini Coaching Cycles<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>

A mini-coaching cycle is a short-term, collaborative process between a teacher and a coach focused on improving student learning through targeted instructional strategies. While it follows the same principles as a full coaching cycle, it is more condensed, typically lasting 1-2 weeks. The goal is to support teachers in implementing a specific strategy or practice, monitor its impact on students, and reflect on outcomes.<\/span><\/p>

Mini coaching cycles are flexible, responsive to teachers’ immediate needs, and promote meaningful collaboration. They also create a manageable structure for coaching and can lead to deeper, more formal coaching partnerships.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Key Stages of a Mini Coaching Cycle<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>
  1. Goal Setting:<\/strong><\/span>