South Carolina Science of Reading Symposium
The Science of Teaching Reading: Improving Literacy and Learning for All Students
In partnership with Greenville County Schools, we are thrilled to host Dr. Laura Tortorelli, Associate Professor at Michigan State University.
Join us in person, to connect with other South Carolina districts as we explore the research on improving literacy for all students.
November 9th
10:00 am-12:30 pm ET
The Westin Poinsett, Greenville
120 S Main St
Greenville, SC 29601
The Science of Teaching Reading: Improving Literacy and Learning for All Students
Dr. Tortorelli of Michigan State University will describe what the science of reading tells us about how children learn to read words, and what the science of teaching reading tells us about how classroom literacy instruction. She will discuss a few myths about teaching aligned with the science of reading, what research actually says, and key things to look out for you in your high quality instructional materials aligned with the science of reading.
- 10:00 AM - Breakfast snacks and coffee available
- 10:30 AM - Virtual event stream begins, Sara Rich, Founder and CEO of Just Right Reader to greet attendees
- 10:35 AM- Dr. Susan Stevens, Director Early Intervention and Support Services, Greenville County Schools
- 10:45 AM - Dr. Laura Tortorelli, Associate Professor at Michigan State University
- 11:45 PM - Just Right Reader Demonstration
- 12:00 PM - Conversation to wrap up & lunch available
