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Plainfield 202 curriculum committee begins review of Illinois comprehensive literacy plan; district will form literacy leadership and apply for state grant
Summary
At the April 16 Curriculum & Technology committee meeting, district curriculum leaders briefed the committee on the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan and outlined steps the district will take, including forming a literacy leadership committee, piloting professional development and applying for state grant funding.
Plainfield School District 202’s Curriculum & Technology committee heard an informational briefing on April 16 about the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan and began outlining a local response that will include teacher supports, building goals and a district literacy leadership team.
Assistant superintendent Paula Sorelius (presentation lead) told the committee the state plan is a lengthy, research‑based document and the district intends to phase its response through December, focusing first on classroom instruction and how well local practice aligns to state guidance.
Why it matters: the state plan is intended to raise literacy outcomes across Illinois by defining evidence‑based instruction, strengthening teacher preparation and equipping leaders to sustain equitable…
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