- Reading Mini-Conference
March 5, 2022
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Targeting Reading
A 1-day mini-conference on essential topics in teaching reading!
Registration is Closed.
If you didn’t register but still want to attend, contact David Bowman: director@nmrec1.org
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Download the event flyer and session descriptions Sessions on strategies for teaching each of the reading components, plus focused sessions on innovative approaches to structured literacy within MTSS and supporting students with dyslexia. This conference is a joint effort between REC-1 and Reading Horizons. AND IT’S FREE! |
Things to Know
DATE: Saturday, March 5
COST: FREE
REGISTRATION CAP: 50 participants maximum
LOCATION: Henderson Fine Arts Center,
San Juan College, Farmington, NM (map)
CERTIFICATES: All participants will receive certificates.
LUNCH PROVIDED!
REGISTRATION CLOSES MARCH 1, 2022
Schedule
TIME |
SESSIONS |
---|---|
9-11 |
Dive into the 6 Components of Reading |
11-12 |
(group A) The Direction of Dyslexia (group B) The Science of Reading and Structured Literacy in an MTSS Framework |
12-1 |
LUNCH (free, provided on site) |
1-2 |
(group B) The Direction of Dyslexia (group A) The Science of Reading and Structured Literacy in an MTSS Framework |
2-2:10 |
Wrap-up, closing |
Session Descriptions
Dive into the 6 Components of Reading, David Bowman
Teachers develop a strong understanding of the 6 components and learn strategies and instructional activities to help students gain these essential skills. Teachers learn the 6 components through engaging in proven strategies and activities for teaching reading, thus learning both what to teach and how to teach the reading skills. Teachers can make informed decisions, use engaging and effective learning activities, and help students become great readers.
The Direction of Dyslexia, Shantell Berrett Blake
This session focuses on helping teachers understand what dyslexia is, what is known from research, and how it affects students. Teachers will experience evidence-based reading strategies for students with dyslexia. And finally, teachers will learn how to address the whole individual, including their social and emotional needs.
The Science of Reading and Structured Literacy in an MTSS Framework
Teachers in both general education and intervention settings will learn strategies for mitigating students’ learning loss due to COVID-19 disruptions, particularly in literacy. Teachers will leave with a greater understanding of Structured Literacy, MTSS, and best practices to significantly improve reading proficiency across grade levels.
Presenters
![]() David Bowman, MA, MBA REC-1 Executive Director, David was the designer and director of the Three Rivers Reading Intervention Program, which worked with more than 2,000 teachers and 25,000 students throughout NM, CO, AZ, and TX. He holds an education leadership license (3b) and a NM reading endorsement. He is the author of Roadmap for Reading Instruction. |
![]() Shantell Berrett Blake, MA Reading Horizons Director of Professional Services and Dyslexia Specialist Shantell is a Dyslexia Interventionist, with certifications in Orton-Gillingham, LETRS, and CERI. She is a member of Decoding Dyslexia Utah and the International Dyslexia Association, as well as certification as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. |
![]() Paul Black, Ed.S, NCSP Reading Horizons Education and Literacy Specialist Paul has advanced degrees in Human Exceptionality and School Psychology. He has 18 years of experience as a nationally certified school psychologist helping educators identify, remediate, and monitor students’ needs, particularly in psychology, literacy, and technology. |
More Information
Contact David Bowman, REC-1 Executive Director / Reading Specialist
Venue: Henderson Fine Arts Center
Address:
Description:
Henderson Fine Arts Center on San Juan College campus.
Address: 4601 College Blvd, Farmington, NM 87401