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<\/a>\nFoundation: Science of Reading<\/p>\n
Instruction includes phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
\nStructured, systematic phonics instruction (not balanced or mixed approaches).
\nCurriculum and materials aligned to research.
\nNo conflicting instructional models across classrooms.<\/p>\n
Leadership and Strategy<\/p>\n
Measurable literacy goals with public progress reporting.
\nCountywide literacy strategy (not fragmented programs).
\nClear expectations for district participation and alignment.<\/p>\n
Teaching and Training<\/p>\n
Teachers trained in the science of reading.
\nPrincipals trained to recognize effective literacy instruction.
\nOngoing coaching tied to classroom practice.<\/p>\n
Data and Accountability<\/p>\n
Universal early literacy screening (K-2).
\nShared data dashboards across districts.
\nRegular review of data with defined action steps.<\/p>\n
Intervention and Support<\/p>\n
Early intervention when students fall behind.
\nLiteracy coaches or support teams deployed to schools.
\nStructured support systems (not optional or by request only).<\/p>\n
Resources and Alignment<\/p>\n
Funding aligned to literacy outcomes (not scattered).
\nPrograms evaluated and adjusted based on results.<\/p>\n
Family and Community<\/p>\n
Families given tools to support reading at home.
\nPartnerships with libraries, early learning providers, and community groups.<\/p>\n
Full K-12 Approach<\/p>\n
Strong early literacy focus (transitional kindergarten through third grade).
\nPlans to support struggling readers in middle and high school.<\/p>\n
Urgency and Results<\/p>\n
Clear accountability for improvement.
\nWillingness to act when outcomes are not improving.<\/p>\n
Download Printable County Superintendent Literacy Accountability Checklist<\/a> GV Wire, in partnership with the Community Media Access Collaborative, will host a candidate forum for Fresno County Superintendent of Schools.<\/p>\n The forum is scheduled for 6 p.m. Monday, May 4.<\/p>\n Confirmed participants include former Parlier Unified School District Assistant Superintendent Dr. Johnny Alvarado, current Fresno County Superintendent Dr. Michele Cantwell-Copher, and former Clovis Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Eimear O\u2019Brien.<\/p>\n The debate will be live-streamed on\u00a0GV Wire\u2019s Facebook page<\/a>, allowing the public to tune in and hear directly from the candidates.<\/p>\n
\nFresno County Superintendent of Schools Forum Monday<\/p>\n