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Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series: Gholdy Muhammad

November 22, 2021

Join us for a one-day workshop with Gholdy Muhammad.

Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series: Chris Hass

November 22, 2021

Join us for the first event in our Kids, Books, and Anti-Racism series.

Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series 2022

November 22, 2021

This series is designed to deepen your understanding of how to cultivate anti-bias and anti-racist practices in classrooms and schools.

Literacy Collaborative Training

September 16, 2021

Training is held online through a combination of live, interactive sessions and on-demand learning. Participants apply what they learn and receive job-embedded coaching from Lesley University faculty as part of their coursework.

Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series: Sonja Cherry-Paul

January 11, 2021

This one-day workshop with Sonja Cherry-Paul will re-energize you to take your book clubs to the next level!

Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series: Lester Laminack

January 11, 2021

Join Lester Laminack for this one-day workshop to learn how to broaden students’ view of the world through diverse literature and shared read aloud experiences.

Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series

June 18, 2020

This series is designed to confront social injustices that contribute to the race- and poverty-related opportunity gap by promoting access and equity for all children through literacy.

Upcoming Professional Development

Days 1 & 2: September 30, October 1, 2025; Days 3 & 4: October 27 & 28, 2025

Leading for Literacy: What Every School Leader Needs to Know

In this 4-day institute for school principals and administrators, learn how to support literacy teaching in grades K–6. Learn how to improve student literacy outcomes by developing a coherent vision for literacy and a vibrant school culture that supports teamwork and continuous professional learning.

$1295 (includes professional text)
October 27 - December 17, 2025 (Fall Term II)

Linking Assessment to Teaching: Reading, Writing & Word Study

In this 8-week online course, you’ll develop the skills to systematically observe and analyze students’ reading, writing, and word-solving behaviors.

$2,730 ($875/credit + $35/credit comprehensive fee) - does not include required texts
October 27 - December 17, 2025 (Fall Term II)

Acquiring Coaching and Teacher Leadership Expertise

Learn how to develop your facilitation skills and use of language to support the literacy instruction of colleagues.

$2,730 ($875/credit + $35/credit comprehensive fee) - does not include required texts

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