Inside The Challenges Of Improving Literacy (Part 2)

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Join us for part two of our UC Literacy discussion with Carissa Comer - Literacy Instructional Coach, Dr. Diana Wood - Elementary Instructional Supervisor, Jill Ramsey - School Board, and Allison Painter - Pre K Director. They discuss the ins and outs of literacy, problems children and parents are facing commonly today, how to improve learning environments, and more!

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19 May English United States News

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