Literacy Lunch Break

Nov 06 2024 28 ep. 20 mins 12
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Join us at the Literacy Lunch Break, a Heggerty podcast, where we serve up bite-sized, thought-provoking episodes on literacy, tailor-made for your lunch break, leaving you informed and inspired. We bring you authentic conversations with teachers, experts, and thought leaders in the field of literacy, ensuring real insights and practical strategies that can truly make a difference in your classroom.

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Writing Instruction Essentials: Practical Tips for Elementary Teachers with Steve Graham

Nov 06 2024 28 mins  
In this episode of Literacy Lunch Break, host Marjorie Bottari chats with renowned writing expert Steve Graham about actionable strategies for improving writing instruction in elementary classrooms. Steve shares research-backed tips that teachers can apply tomorrow. Learn how to connect reading and writing, support diverse learners, and enhance essential writing skills like handwri

S5E4: The Reading-Writing Connection with Joan Sedita

Oct 29 2024 32 mins  
Explore the interconnectedness of reading and writing with Joan Sedita, a leading researcher in literacy education. This episode provides insights into how these two critical skills reinforce each other and offers practical tips for seamless integration in your teaching practice.Learn more about Heggerty! Visit Heggerty.org for FREE Resources and to download samples of our curricul

S5E3: Implementing Effective Writing Instruction with Dr. Julie Behmer

Oct 22 2024 24 mins  
Series 5, Episode 3: In this episode, Dr. Julie Behmer shares practical strategies for bringing research-backed approaches to writing instruction into your classroom. Discover how to build your confidence, enhance your teaching practices, and make writing a rewarding experience for both you and your students.This podcast series focuses on writing instruction in structured literacy

S5E2: Unlocking the Joy of Writing Instruction: Strategies for Elementary Teachers

Oct 15 2024 27 mins  
Series 5, Episode 2: Writing instruction can be intimidating for many educators. Janine from Heggerty addresses common fears and challenges teachers face when teaching writing. Tune in for practical advice and encouragement to help teachers overcome these hurdles and build their confidence.This podcast series focuses on writing instruction in structured literacy classrooms, providi

S5E1: Transforming Writing Instruction in Your School District with Sandra Chen

Oct 07 2024 14 mins  
Series 5, Episode 1: Literacy Coordinator Sandra Chen shares her experience in leading district-wide changes in writing instruction. From curriculum evaluation to professional development, learn where to start and how to create lasting change in your district.This podcast series focuses on writing instruction in structured literacy classrooms, providing expert insights and practica

S4E6: Empowering Educators: Cultivating Content Knowledge for Student Success

Aug 29 2024 24 mins  
Series 4, Episode 6: Tune in to Literacy Lunch Break as host Marjorie Bottari engages in a dynamic conversation with Dr. Esmeralda Carini, a passionate K-12 literacy leader. Esmeralda shares strategies for ensuring educators have access to targeted professional learning opportunities, specifically focusing on enhancing content knowledge to drive student achievement. From her experi

S4E5: Champions of Literacy: Leadership Insights from Dr. Gyimah Whitaker and Jennifer Burton

Aug 19 2024 25 mins  
Series 4, Episode 5: Join us for an insightful episode of Literacy Lunch Break as we sit down with Dr. Gyimah Whitaker, Superintendent at City Schools of Decatur, and Jennifer Burton, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning. Discover their innovative approaches to literacy leadership and learn how they are transforming literacy education to foster student success and e

S4E4: Leading Literacy: Transforming Elementary Education Statewide with Christine Quesada

Aug 12 2024 20 mins  
Series 4, Episode 4: Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Christine Quesada, the Assistant Director of Literacy and Humanities at the New Mexico Public Education Department. Christine shares her expertise on leading literacy instruction from a statewide perspective, discussing key initiatives, effective leadership strategies, and the vital support systems in pla

S4E3: Literacy Leadership in Action: A Conversation with Dr. Carrie Willer

Aug 05 2024 23 mins  
Series 4, Episode 3: Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Carrie Willer, the Director of Elementary Education (5K-6) at Appleton School District, the sixth largest district in Wisconsin. Carrie shares her expertise on how effective school leadership can drive literacy instruction, fostering a love for reading and learning in young students. We discuss the strategi

S4E2: Driving Statewide Literacy Initiatives: Insights from Shanna Beber, Executive Director of Literacy, Louisiana Department of Education

Aug 02 2024 25 mins  
Series 4, Episode 2: Join us for a conversation about literacy instruction with Shanna Beber, Executive Director of Literacy at the Louisiana Department of Education. Shanna shares her journey and commitment to education, along with Louisiana's initiatives to enhance literacy instruction. Explore how the department supports educators through innovative programs and professional dev