Reading to Learn: Strategies to Accelerate Secondary Literacy
Reading is foundational for success in school and life. Yet many secondary students with disabilities struggle to read fluently, and secondary teachers often find it challenging to teach reading effectively. This session explores how California charter leaders at the forefront of this pivotal work nationwide are applying skills and knowledge drawn from the science of reading to improve outcomes for nonproficient secondary readers. Practitioners will share tips and tools developed by the Networked Improvement Community for Students with Disabilities to plan, implement, and monitor the effectiveness of secondary reading interventions.
Presented by
Special Education Consultant and Improvement Coach
Green Dot Public Schools California
Glynis Shulters is a special education consultant and the founder of Layered Education LLC. Glynis is passionate about helping teachers, leaders, and parents drastically improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Prior to founding Layered Education LLC, Glynis spent 13 years serving both traditional districts and charter schools as a special education teacher, district-level special education administrator, and MTSS specialist. Glynis consults and coaches stakeholders at all layers of the student-support system to design and implement specialized education programs to ensure student progress in academics, behavior, and social-emotional well-being.
Director of Continuous improvement
Marshall Street Initiatives
Kim brings nearly 10 years of experience in education to her work at Marshall. Previously, she served as a continuous improvement coach at New Tech Network where she partnered with schools to drive improvement efforts around postsecondary access and success. Before that, she managed the development and dissemination of training and resources for advisors across the country at College Advising Corps. Kim’s passion for education is deeply rooted in a desire to empower and create opportunities for students, ensuring they have the support and access needed to achieve their full potential.
Director of Improvement Programs
Marshall Street Initiatives
Stephanie Lassalle is the Director of Improvement Programs at Marshall Street Initiatives. A seasoned Special Educator, Stephanie leads the Networked Improvement Community for Students with Disabilities, leveraging her extensive K-12 experience. She has held key roles in nonprofits, emphasizing community engagement and leadership development. Passionate about equity-driven education, she advocates for reimagined school design catering to diverse learners. Outside work, Stephanie relishes rock climbing, hiking, and global travels, often fostering international community bonds.
Senior Director of Special Education & Psychological Services
Green Dot Public Schools California