ACE Conference 2024: Full Schedule

ACE - Colony Educator Conference - “Making Connections”

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10:45am MDT

Building Literacy Skills in K-3 Students (EA Session)

Saturday October 26, 2024 10:45am - 11:45am MDT

This session will explore practical strategies and tools to support literacy development in K-3 students within a colony setting. This hands-on interactive workshop will guide participants through the components of early literacy (phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension). Support staff will walk away with resources and an information pack that will help you build your literacy rich classroom!

Key Takeaways:
Practical strategies for teaching phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.
Hands-on experience with literacy activities that can be directly applied in colony classrooms.
Access to a variety of literacy resources to enhance small group instruction.
Opportunities for reflection and peer discussion to build confidence in literacy support roles.

Speakers

Tess Brilling

My passion for literacy began at an early age when I struggled with reading and writing, often feeling like I didn't have a teacher who could explain things in a way I understood. I earned my English degree from Mount Royal University in Calgary and have since taught in early elementary... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2024 10:45am - 11:45am MDT
Room 2

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