614-260 LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Volume 2
Description
Schedule:
- November 4, 2026: 3:45 pm - 5:15 pm
- December 2, 2026: 3:45 pm - 5:15 pm
- February 4, 2027: 3:45 pm - 5:15 pm
- March 4, 2027: 3:45 pm - 5:15 pm
Location: Virtual
Price: $675, lunch included
Content Questions: Kris Statz (kris.statz@cesa2.org)
Registration Questions: events@cesa2.org
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About this event: As teachers, we have the greatest impact on student learning. With Volume 2 of LETRS, you will deepen your understanding of oral language development, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing. Whether you’re working with younger students or those in upper grades, LETRS Volume 2 provides practical, evidence-based strategies you can immediately apply to strengthen literacy instruction and support student success. This virtual series provides the opportunity to make sense of new learning alongside a collaborative group of educators through guided discussion, reflection, and application, while giving you the flexibility to complete the accompanying online modules at your own pace. Participants who already have LETRS Volume 2 materials and online access are eligible for a reduced registration fee.
Participants will:
- Deepen their understanding of the language foundations that support reading comprehension and writing.
- Learn practical, evidence-based instructional strategies they can immediately apply in the classroom.
- Collaborate with colleagues to process new learning, ask questions, and plan for classroom implementation.
- Leave with research-informed resources and tools to strengthen literacy instruction for all students.
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Our Presenter:
Kris Statz holds a Master of Science in Education and is licensed as a Reading Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Cross-Categorical Special Educator for students from kindergarten through age 21. She has worked as a special education teacher, instructional coach, and district reading specialist, supporting curriculum, instruction, assessment, and intervention across grade levels with a strong focus on equity and ensuring success for all students. She currently partners with districts as a WiMLSS Coach and Literacy Consultant at CESA 2, supporting systems-level coherence and multi-level supports to improve outcomes for all learners.
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