This guide is a companion piece to the “Power of connectedness: a case for coherent instruction for reading and science improvement” research brief, and highlights the classroom routines, teacher moves, and learning conditions that supported fourth and fifth grade students in growing at nearly double the national rate in reading and science.

This guide is a companion piece to the “Power of connectedness: a case for coherent instruction for reading and science improvement” research brief, and highlights features of curriculum-based professional learning that stood out, as well as how leaders can use them to help teachers internalize curriculum, respond to student needs, and enact strong instruction.

NWEA research webinar with Dr. Ayesha Hashim (NWEA) and Dr. Amanda Lu (Georgetown University) who covered the latest findings from a study on district pathways for sustaining tutoring after federal recovery funds had run out. The webinar will also featured a panel of district leaders sharing their insights into how to sustain tutoring programs in the post-COVID era.

Laura Tobias of State College Area School District, PA, uses MAP Growth data to guide her conversations with teachers, implement new programs, and drive student growth.

This webinar shows how leaders can use recurring student outcomes as evidence to strengthen Tier 1 instruction and build a more coherent MTSS system. Explore practical strategies for identifying patterns, addressing root causes, and creating greater consistency across classrooms. You’ll also see how Personalized Path helps educators respond to individual needs while supporting grade-level instruction.

Educators will explore assessment-informed strategies to support students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and developmental language disorders, as well as multilingual learners. The session includes guidance on universal design, lesson planning, and the taxonomy of intervention intensity to ensure every student receives evidence-aligned, responsive literacy support within core instruction.

Writing is essential for building knowledge and deep thinking across content areas. This session introduces the Simple View of Writing and explores how writing develops. Educators will examine student writing samples, unpack the writing process, and plan for writing instruction that supports content learning and communication.