View Seminar: LETRS For Early Childhood Educators (Cohort #1)
| Seminar Name | LETRS For Early Childhood Educators (Cohort #1) |
|---|---|
| Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| External Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| Seminar Short Desc | LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for Early Childhood Educators is a professional learning program designed to equip pre-K and kindergarten teachers with the knowledge and skills to effectively teach early literacy. It focuses on building a strong foundation for literacy development, emphasizing oral language, print knowledge, alphabet learning, and writing skills. |
| Seminar Full Desc | LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for Early Childhood is a professional development course designed to help early childhood educators lay the groundwork for successful reading instruction. Rooted in the science of reading, this training emphasizes the development of oral language, phonological and phonemic awareness, print knowledge, vocabulary, and emergent writing in young children critical building blocks for later reading success.
Participants will explore how early experiences with language and literacy shape brain development and future reading ability. They will also gain practical strategies for creating language-rich environments, engaging families, and supporting children at varying developmental levels. LETRS for Early Childhood empowers educators to deliver intentional, research-based instruction that fosters strong literacy skills from the very beginning. |
| Seminar Date | 01/23/2026 |
| Opening Time | 8:15 am |
| Closing Time | 2:45 pm |
| Last Day To Register | 01/22/2026 [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ] |
| Twin Seminar | Not set |
| Seminar Audience | This training is ideal for preschool teachers, pre-K staff, and early intervention specialists committed to giving children a strong start in literacy. |
| Seminar Prerequisites | Not set |
| Seminar Topics, Concepts & Resources | LETRS, Science of Reading |
| Seminar Broadcast Notes | Not set |
| Seminar Objectives | -Participants will identify the critical elements such as oral language, phonological awareness, print knowledge, and vocabulary that contribute to early reading readiness.
-Educators will learn and practice instructional methods grounded in the science of reading to nurture language development and early literacy in young children. -Participants will explore ways to design and implement classroom routines, interactions, and activities that promote early language and literacy growth. -Educators will examine how early interactions and environments shape the neural pathways involved in reading and how to leverage this knowledge in their teaching. |
| Work Summary | Not set |
| Assessment of Learning | Participants will be encouraged to implement LETRS strategies in their classroom and reflect on how those strategies were used and the impact it had on student learning during the in-person sessions. |
| Evaluation Summary Notes | Not set |
| Needed Changes | Not set |
| Next Steps | Not set |
| Online Course Type | Not set |
| Site | CA BOCES - Olean CTE |
| Location | Conference Room 1, 2, 3 |
| Site Status | Regional |
| Day Number | 2 of 2 |
| Duration | 6.5 Hours |
| Rolling Online Course | No |
| Moodle Online Course | Not set |
| Seminar Status | Available |
| Workshop | LETRS For Early Childhood Educators (Cohort #1) |
| Day Number | 2 |
| Total Workshop Days | 2 |
| Starting Registration | 7:45 am |
| Credit Hours | 6.50 Per Day |
| CTLE Eligible | Yes |
| Social Worker Continuing Ed | No |
| Course Type | Not set |
| Online Course Instructions | Not set |
| Online Course Url | Not set |
| Online Course Pass Code | Not set |
| Provider | 529 - Professional Development |
| Category | 529 - Professional Development |
| Alt Fee Per Participant | 823.53 |
| Public Notes | Not set |
| Cancelled Date | Not set |
| Added By | Laurie Sledge |
| Seminar Id | 10621 |
CTLE Activities
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Facilitators
Districts That Can Send Participants
- Cuba-Rushford Central School
- Fillmore Central School
- Friendship Central School
- Olean City Schools
- Pioneer Central School
- West Valley Central School
- CA-BOCES ISS
- X Out of District
- St. Bonaventure University
- Jamestown City School District
Districts That Are Paying For Participants
- 10621-35
- 10621-9
- 10621-11
- 10621-13
- 10621-95
- 10621-17
- 10621-18
- 10621-55
- 10621-25
First Day of Seminar Series
Learning Standards
- 1 Knowledge Students and Student Learning
- 2 Knowledge of Content and Instruction
- 3 Instructional Practice