In this episode, MMSD Senior Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction Becky Kundert and Teacher Leader of Literacy Implementation Karine Sloan discuss all things literacy in the Madison Metropolitan School District. They break down topics ranging from the science of reading, to the informed and collaborative process behind policy and curriculum development, to MMSD literacy resources, covering the history of MMSD's ever-relevant journey to positively serve student literacy needs.

This conversation emphasizes the value of understanding the fundamental "whys" behind student needs in school policy, as well as the necessity for continual transparency and collective effort by both educators and families in addressing student needs in an ever-changing landscape.

Whether you're a parent, educator, community member, or you simply value the development of literacy within schools, this episode provides a valuable look at the part we can all play in ensuring student literacy education thrives.

In This Episode:

• The history of MMSD's literacy development
• Understanding the literacy curriculum building process
• Explaining the science of reading
• The influence of literacy legislation
• How educators and families can encourage literacy
• The importance of K-8 disciplinary literacy

Key Takeaway

Literacy development isn't static. It's an ever-evolving process that we must refine and continually work to understand as a district and community in order to best ensure our students are thriving and literate.