This time of year brings a lot of anticipation, excitement, and information. Our goal is to guide you and your students with easy-to-understand resources to support you during the first few days, weeks, and even months of the year.

Have you checked out start.amplify.com yet? It includes resources to help you access and use the platform, details on curriculum materials, answers to frequently asked questions, and more. There, you’ll also find the Amplify CKLA Quick Start page, with loads of resources gathered specifically to help you start strong this year. This page includes temporary login credentials, links to printable versions of curriculum materials, instruction recommendations, and more—all organized for step-by-step guidance.

If you haven’t attended our Back to Basics series, there’s still time to claim your spot! We have two sessions this month, so be sure to register and make the most of this training opportunity as you prepare to head back to the classroom with Amplify CKLA^®. Do you have questions for our Amplify product experts and educators? Submit them prior to our Ask the Experts night to ensure they get answered.

To any newsletter newcomers, welcome! Every month we share valuable information regarding your program: updates and announcements, events, practical teaching tips, educator spotlights, and more. This month, if you're looking for a fun and interactive way to get to know your new class, download and print this Get to Know Me sheet for younger students (also available in Spanish) or this sheet for older students (also available in Spanish) for them to fill out as they return for the school year!

Printable Sound Cards

You asked, and we listened—introducing Sound Cards for grades K–2! Downloadable and printable, they are the perfect resource for you to create a sound tree or wall in your classroom. The easiest way to find them is to go to the Professional Learning site, type "Sound Cards" in the search bar, and they will come up under Planning Resources.