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District leaders report progress on early literacy, share new benchmarks and plans for writing and curriculum review
Summary
Elementary and secondary literacy leaders described implementation of science‑of‑reading practices, DIBELS and STAR benchmarking, rollout of Achieve3000 at secondary levels, family reporting of benchmark scores and a planned ELA curriculum review for 2026.
Scituate — Elementary and secondary literacy leaders briefed the committee on efforts to align instruction with the science of reading, provide family benchmark reporting, and expand targeted literacy supports.
Megan (preK–5 humanities coordinator) told the committee the district has been implementing evidence‑based early literacy practices, invested in approved instructional materials and trained staff and parents on dyslexia‑informed strategies. She said kindergarten and first‑grade teachers received targeted science‑of‑reading professional development during a November PD day and the district plans to…
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