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A New Mexico School’s Shift to Stronger Instruction and Deeper Learning

Principal Julie Maestas shares how Rio Grande Preparatory Institute is strengthening instruction, raising expectations, and creating deeper learning experiences that support student engagement and belonging.

Graphic titled “A New Mexico School’s Shift to Stronger Instruction and Deeper Learning,” featuring Julie Maestas, principal of Rio Grande Preparatory Institute, alongside an image of a teacher working with three students in a classroom.
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PISA Scores Underscore the Need for Evidence-Based Approaches to Literacy

Statement of Jannelle Kubinec, CEO, WestEd Earlier this month, the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) scores for 2025 were released, and the results were…

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K-5 Literacy Endorsement is the Key to Raising Reading Scores in Arizona

Arizona’s K-5 Literacy Endorsement requires Science of Reading training for all K-5 teachers by 2028—hear from a teacher earning hers in this Q&A with the Helios Education Foundation.

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How Districts Can Build a More Coherent K–5 Literacy System | Q&A With WestEd’s Misty Sailors and Menya Cole 

In this Q&A, WestEd’s Misty Sailors and Menya Cole explain how Language, Literacy, and Learning connects planning, coaching, and professional learning.

Banner image for WestEd.org blog titled, "How Districts Can Build a More Coherent K–5 Literacy System," a Q&A with WestEd’s Misty Sailors (Research Director, Literacy) and Menya Cole (Research and Program Associate, Literacy).
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Building Coherent Literacy Systems: Insights on Culture, Framework, and Sustained Practice 

Explore three WestEd resources on building coherent literacy systems, from school leadership to Reading Apprenticeship across disciplines.

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Supporting the Adults Who Support Young Children: Insights on Mental Health Consultation, Reflective Practice, and Professional Community 

A spotlight on supporting early childhood educators through reflective practice, mental health consultation, and community building.

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Honoring 40 Years and Shaping the Future of Infant and Toddler Care

Professionals from around the world came together at PITC’s 40th anniversary conference, united by a shared commitment to infant and toddler care.

Photograph of infant/toddler care professionals in discussion at PITC's 40th anniversary conference in 2026
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How PITC and Early Head Start Are Aligned in Purpose and Practice 

Learn how PITC supports Early Head Start with research-based training and tools for nurturing, developmentally appropriate infant and toddler care

Toddlers and caregivers in a learning environment
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Episode 22: Hooked on a Feeling—Creating a Strong K–5 Literacy Culture 

What if elementary students could feel a culture of literacy the moment they walk into school? In this episode of Leading Voices, literacy expert Misty Sailors shares practical strategies for nurturing strong readers and writers through everyday practices that energize, support, and motivate students.

Episode 22: Hooked on a Feeling—Creating a Strong K–5 Literacy Culture with Misty Sailors
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8 Things Educators Should Know About Writing Apprenticeship

Writing Apprenticeship helps educators make writing part of how students think, learn, and communicate across subjects. Explore eight core ideas behind the approach.

WestEd's Summer Professional Learning 2026. Build deep capacities for writing. Brought to you by WestEd's Writing Apprenticeship.