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Empowering New Mexico educators to improve student literacy through evidence-based professional learning
At the beginning of the 2020-2021 school year, the New Mexico Public Education Department launched a statewide literacy initiative, Structured Literacy New Mexico. This initiative is focused on identifying struggling readers before they fail and supporting teachers through the science of reading and Structured Literacy with the intention to increase the number of students achieving reading proficiency and reducing the number of students requiring special education services.
As part of this initiative, the New Mexico Department of Education is providing evidence-based literacy instruction focused on the science of reading at no cost to eligible elementary educators and administrators.
The New Mexico LETRS Science of Reading Professional Learning Course provides sustained and job-embedded science of reading professional development to support evidence-based reading instruction, improve grade-level reading proficiency, and close achievement gaps across the state. These impactful courses are based on Lexia® LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling), Lexia® LETRS® for Administrators, and Lexia® LETRS® for Early Childhood Educators.
Who should enroll in Lexia LETRS?
All New Mexico elementary school educators are required to complete professional development in the science of reading and Structured Literacy. (See NMAC 6.30.17.11)
The New Mexico Public Education Department has agreed to provide Lexia LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) training to New Mexico elementary educators so that they may fulfill the requirements of NMAC 6.30.17.11, improving literacy outcomes for students throughout the state.
Reading Endorsement Information
Visit the NMPED LETRS Help Center's Reading Endorsement Information page to review Reading Endorsement eligibility requirements and timeline information.
LETRS is accredited by the International Dyslexia Association®CURRENT USERS
Questions? Go to the NMPED LETRS Help Center
Access your LETRS Account
For assistance, contact customer support:
800-507-2772 or
support@lexialearning.com
Earn Master's or Doctoral Credit
Participants may register with the American College of Education (ACE) to earn graduate or transcript credit for LETRS and LETRS for Early Childhood Educators coursework.
What is LETRS?
Developed by Dr. Louisa Moats and leaders in the field of literacy, LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the foundation and fundamentals of reading and writing instruction—phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and written language.
LETRS for Elementary Educators is an investment in teachers’ literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential knowledge to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction required to transform student learning.
LETRS for Early Childhood Educators professional learning provides deep knowledge of literacy instruction for the youngest learners. The more children know about language and literacy before they begin kindergarten and first grade, the better equipped they are to succeed in literacy learning and beyond.
LETRS for Administrators equips instructional leaders to create systems and structures in their schools and districts to achieve high levels of academic performance and growth in literacy.
Questions about LETRS Professional Learning?
Looking for FAQs? Questions about how to get started? Need more information about how to view your assessment scores? Want to learn more about Bridge to Practice Activities?
Questions about New Mexico LETRS Science of Reading Courses?
Visit the New Mexico Public Education Department's LETRS Help Center.
How Can We Help?
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Katherine Price, M.Ed.
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