Assessment is an essential part of a comprehensive system to improve student performance in literacy, and California has just begun implementation of the requirement to screen all students in kindergarten through grade two for risk of reading difficulties.
This webinar will feature national assessment experts and school district leaders who will discuss the essential components of a comprehensive and effective literacy plan, including the role of screening for risk of reading difficulties.
Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time: 3:30–5:00 p.m. PT
Attend this webinar to deepen your understanding of literacy assessment and to consider practical steps you can take to strengthen your school and district assessment systems.
Featured Speakers
Dr. Young-Suk Kim is a Professor and researcher in language and literacy development in the School of Education at the University of California at Irvine and Chair of the California Reading Difficulties Risk Screener Selection Panel.
Matt Brunetti is a Senior Program Associate in Assessment Research at WestEd and a specialist in early childhood assessments, psychometric analysis, and assessment design.
Dr. Adrea Truckenmiller is an Associate Professor in the College of Education at Michigan State University and a researcher specializing in literacy screening assessment and special education.
Dr. Karla Estrada is Deputy Superintendent of Instruction in the Los Angeles Unified School District and a key leader in successful efforts to meet strategic goals set by the Superintendent and the Board of Education to improve student achievement.
Dr. Dennis Wiechmann, Superintendent, and Tim Lopez, Associate Superintendent, in the Sanger Unified School District are key leaders in successful efforts to raise the achievement levels of all district students and ensure that all students reach their full potential.
Don’t miss out on this exciting conversation–register below!