The Amplify CKLA newsletter

The first day of school brings with it a lot of anticipation and information. Our goal is to guide you and your students by providing information that helps support your classroom during the first few days, weeks, and even months of the year. Read on to learn about some of the resources and webinars that Amplify has created just for you!

Back-to-school night for families

Devices, schedules, logins, links … we know how hard it may be this year to communicate all the things to your families. And we know (from experience!) that caregivers are feeling uncertain at best: are we doing this right? Are we supporting our children in the best way possible? To help everyone, we’re hosting a back-to-school webinar for families and caregivers. Please share this flyer with families and invite them to join us for an overview of the program their student is using at home on Thursday, September 24, 7-7:30 p.m. ET/4-4:30 p.m. PT.

Encourage families to register!

Additional K–2 Knowledge Read-Alouds

We have added additional video recordings of all K-2 Knowledge Read-Alouds with pictures from the Flip books. Access all now:

Grade K Domain 1, Domain 2, Domain 3, Domain 4, and Domain 5
Grade 1 Domain 1, Domain 2, Domain 3, Domain 4, and Domain 5
Grade 2 Domain 1, Domain 2, Domain 3, Domain 4, and Domain 5

Boost foundational skills

Our new research-based Foundational Skills Boost for early readers helps educators and caregivers close the gap of unfinished instruction due to school closures. Students can use the video lessons independently, from anywhere, in conjunction with any curriculum. Resources include:

Phonemic awareness and phonics lessons
Decodable readers for practice
Optional teacher-led small group activities
Family resources for additional practice

Review free lessons

Spotlight

Rachel Heim, Tulpehocken Area School District, PA

“Mrs. Heim has become a leader in 2nd grade and a champion for what is best for students. When implementing CKLA, Mrs. Heim spent countless hours learning the program and helping support other teachers. Mrs. Heim is an example of a lifelong learner and a great example for educators!” — Amanda Cipolla, Assistant Superintendent, Tulpehocken Area School District

Calendar

K-2 Teachers:

3-5 Teachers:

Literacy in a Changing World: Moving Forward Together

Thursday, October 15
12-4 p.m. ET

Free virtual
literacy symposium

This event will help educators face the only thing that’s certain about the educational landscape today: uncertainty. What strategies do we need as our remote and hybrid teaching models evolve? How can we deliver both literacy and equity in this shifting terrain? Why do teachers matter more than ever?