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Secondary Literacy Center

We are on a quest to improve literacy instruction in secondary classrooms.

How We Support You


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Customized Workshops

Our workshops are fully customizable in order to align to your goals and needs. Some of our most popular topics include: Secondary Literacy Fundamentals, Using Student Data to Drive Literacy Instruction,  Designing to the Edges: Universal Design for Learning, Small Group Instruction in the Secondary ELA Classroom, Engaging Literacy for the Big Kids.

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Onsite and Virtual Coaching

Coaching for leaders and teachers is critical. When leaders and teachers work with a coach, they are able to refine their practices and try-out new learning. The impact that coaching has on any change is significant! Our team includes trained coaches who are skilled at supporting teachers and leaders in setting short-term goals and designing coaching supports to assist in meeting those goals. We believe in coaching that is responsive to the needs of the school and educator. 

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Instructional Analysis

Understanding your current reality and setting goals to move your school or district forward is an important first step when planning for literacy success. Our literacy analysis team uses a needs assessment process to conduct a deep dive into your data, teaching practices, and student.

 
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OUR STORY

The FIRST Education Secondary Literacy Center prides itself on providing relevant, timely professional learning and support to leaders, coaches, and teachers as they seek to provide the very best for their students. We have a proven track record of success in implementing high quality curriculum and instruction and achieving desirable student outcomes. We will work to develop and strengthen your literacy programs by listening, collaborating, and working alongside you and your team to create a high quality, high impact environment by providing practical and meaningful support to your teachers and leaders to bring about real sustainable change.

MISSION

The FIRST Education Literacy Center provides training, coaching, and resources to leaders, coaches, and teachers so that instruction in partner districts is systemically aligned and intentionally designed to meet the needs of all learners.

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VISION

We will develop teachers, coaches, and leaders who have confidence in their skills, and who implement best practices, allowing all students to experience exceptional growth and to achieve at high levels.

Our Team


Danica Lewis

Danica Lewis

Renae Braun

Renae Braun

Katy Honish

Katy Honish

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Amy Lubben

Leah Mermelstein

Leah Mermelstein

Jennifer French

Jennifer French

Katie McKnight

Katie McKnight

Julie Wright

Julie Wright

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FIRST Educational Resources has created 9 comprehensive Centers designed to meet the needs of ALL schools we work with. To learn about any of our FIRST Education Centers, please click on the links provided. 
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AI Center

We empower educators and learners to leverage artificial intelligence tools in ways that support, rather than undermine, effective teaching and learning

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The Jenni Donohoo Center for Collective Efficacy

Wondering how to best leverage your collaborative teams to impact student learning? Jenni Donohoo and her team are at the forefront of this work. Bring the experts to your school or district!


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Co-Teaching Center

Looking to strengthen your co-teaching practices and boost student success? We have solutions!

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Instructional Coaching Center

Instructional Coaches provide a valuable service to their school community. In order to be effective in their role, Coaches need the opportunity to learn, grow, and network with other coaches. Let our Coaching Center help!

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Mathematics Center

Wondering how you can implement high quality, high impact mathematics instruction in your school or district? Let our team guide you!

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PLC Center

If you are left wondering, "What is the OBSERVABLE impact of our PLC time and professional learning?" you are not alone! Our team will guide you through the work of measuring your impact. 

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Publishing Center

Workshops, institutes, long-range planning, and virtual or onsite coaching custom designed to move student learning forward in your school or district.

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STAGR Center

Looking to update your current assessment and grading practices? Our team provides workshops, institutes, keynotes and coaching customized to meet your needs.

 

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Ready to start your education journey?

Contact us today to create your personalized professional development plan and bring your teaching to the next level.