Supporting Struggling Readers: Science of Reading for Literacy Growth

Every student deserves the opportunity to become a confident, successful reader, yet many learners require targeted support to reach grade-level expectations.
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Supporting Struggling Readers Starts with Evidence-Based Instruction

Many students face challenges with decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension that can impact success across all content areas. The Science of Reading provides educators with research-backed strategies that help identify reading difficulties early and deliver targeted instruction that accelerates literacy growth.

This pathway combines practical classroom applications with the latest evidence-based reading practices, helping educators build systems of support that improve outcomes for every learner.

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Supporting Struggling Readers: Science of Reading Foundations for Literacy Growth
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Natalie Mitchell

Natalie Mitchell is a literacy consultant with over a decade of experience as a staff development expert and literacy coach. With a background in elementary education, she helps educators foster effective teaching practices and a love for literacy.
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Literacy Consultant

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Melissa Mann

Melissa Mann, a fourth-grade teacher in the Madison County School System, has experience in general and collaborative education settings. With a Master’s in School Counseling, she has presented at various conferences, both in-person and virtual, for the past 15 years.
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Teacher

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Chrissy Romano Arrabito

Chrissy Romano Arrabito is a 1st grade teacher at Nellie K. Parker Elementary in Hackensack, NJ, with 31+ years of experience. She’s passionate about teaching the whole child, fostering innovation, and creating authentic learning experiences to help her students grow and thrive in the classroom.
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1st Grade Teacher

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Natalie Mitchell

Natalie Mitchell is a literacy consultant with over a decade of experience as a staff development expert and literacy coach. With a background in elementary education, she helps educators foster effective teaching practices and a love for literacy.
Specializes In:
Science of Reading

Meet

Melissa Mann

Melissa Mann, a fourth-grade teacher in the Madison County School System, has experience in general and collaborative education settings. With a Master’s in School Counseling, she has presented at various conferences, both in-person and virtual, for the past 15 years.
Specializes In:
Special Education

Meet

Chrissy Romano Arrabito

Chrissy Romano Arrabito is a 1st grade teacher at Nellie K. Parker Elementary in Hackensack, NJ, with 31+ years of experience. She’s passionate about teaching the whole child, fostering innovation, and creating authentic learning experiences to help her students grow and thrive in the classroom.
Specializes In:
Science of Reading

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Built for District Success

Districts nationwide are prioritizing literacy outcomes and Science of Reading implementation. This pathway provides a scalable professional learning solution that helps educators: 1. Align instruction to evidence-based literacy practices; 2. Improve intervention effectiveness; 3. Build teacher confidence; 4. Support district literacy initiatives; and 5. Track educator participation and progress through reporting dashboards

Built for District Success

Districts nationwide are prioritizing literacy outcomes and Science of Reading implementation. This pathway provides a scalable professional learning solution that helps educators: 1. Align instruction to evidence-based literacy practices; 2. Improve intervention effectiveness; 3. Build teacher confidence; 4. Support district literacy initiatives; and 5. Track educator participation and progress through reporting dashboards
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Transform Literacy Outcomes Through Evidence-Based Instruction

Whether you're strengthening Tier 1 instruction, supporting intervention programs, or leading districtwide literacy initiatives, this pathway equips educators with the knowledge and tools needed to help every student become a successful reader.

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