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Third-graders and teachers demonstrate district—s literacy program and growth since COVID

Shelton School District Board of Directors · January 14, 2026
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Summary

Teachers and third-grade students showcased the district—s literacy work (reader's workshop, word work, writers' workshop), reported growth on MAP benchmarks to the 79th percentile, and described district-developed leveled texts and community partnerships that support learning.

Assistant director Adrian Minery introduced the elementary school presentation on the district—s strategic priority of high-quality literacy instruction and invited third-grade teachers and students to present classroom work. Teachers described a comprehensive literacy approach they associated with "science of reading" elements: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension, connected to district-created units and teacher-led curriculum development.

Teachers reported gains on MAP benchmark…

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