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Howard students practice phonemic awareness through classroom 'room transformations'

2211888 · February 1, 2025
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Summary

Alamo Heights ISD educators used themed classroom makeovers at Howard to boost engagement and practice phonemic awareness skills, district presenters and teacher Erin Heinzey said during a recorded school visit.

An Alamo Heights ISD presenter and Howard teacher Erin Heinzey described a classroom technique called a “room transformation” that turns a learning space into a themed environment to engage students and target specific skills. "There is certainly much to love about Alamo Heights ISD. What I'm most proud of is our continued focus on the profile of a learner, and we're here at Howard today to to focus on the 1 tenet that is about thinking creatively and critically," the unidentified presenter said.

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