9/8/2024

Boosting Literacy in Washington: A Practical Solution for LETRS-Trained Teachers

Washington educators are facing the challenge of improving literacy scores as many districts shift from balanced literacy to the science of reading. To bridge the gap between literacy theory and effective classroom practice, administrators across the state are turning to Lexia® Core5® Reading. 

Core5 is designed to support Lexia® LETRS®-trained teachers by aligning with Washington State ELA Learning Standards and the state-funded Learning Assistance Program (LAP) for Supplemental Supports, ensuring instructional materials and strategies meet state performance expectations.

Core5 offers powerful tools, including real-time student progress monitoring through the myLexia® dashboard, which provides detailed insight at the district, school, grade, class, and individual student levels to aid in data-driven decision-making. The program also offers standards-aligned resources tailored to meet each student’s needs, from at-risk to advanced learners. Additionally, Core5’s Assessment Without Testing® technology saves educators valuable instructional time by embedding progress monitoring within the program.

Core5 is a flexible solution that fits seamlessly into existing curriculum structures, whether in the classroom, during after-school programs, or through remote learning. As Patti Guthrie, a teacher at Bethel Virtual Academy, said, “Core5 is a game changer for reading instruction, providing the analytics I need to deliver targeted instruction.”

With Core5, Washington school leaders can empower their teachers to deliver more effective literacy instruction, ensuring no student falls through the cracks.