The CSAS Blog
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Science of reading, MTSS, leadership, and special education insights from Dr. Chandra Williams and the CSAS team: the same thinking our partner schools get, published for everyone. Learn, grow, and take your system to the next level.
Why Reading Data Still Gets Misused
What Schools Must Stop Doing If They Want Data to Actually Improve Reading Outcomes Schools have more reading data than ever before. They have: universal screening data benchmark data progress monitoring data diagnostic data subgroup data classroom data intervention...
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Erase the Achievement Gap: Proven Strategies to Accelerate Learning!
The achievement gap - that longstanding disparity in academic performance between different groups of students - has proven a thorny issue in education circles. Whether defined along...
The Science of Reading: Why It Matters More than You Think
Greetings school leaders and educators! Have you ever stopped to ponder the intricacies of reading? The seemingly simple act of picking up a book and absorbing its contents is a...
Lead, Inspire, Teach: Effective Instructional Coaching
Imagine being the guiding force that helps teachers deliver their best work and assists students in unlocking their highest potential. That’s the critical role of an instructional...
Ignite the Spark: Supercharge Reading Comprehension!
Picture a master key that unlocks a vast treasure trove of knowledge and intellectual prowess, paving the way for academic triumph and lifelong success. This invaluable key is none...
Reading Comprehension and Why It Matters
Imagine equipping your students with a superpower that allows them to navigate a multitude of worlds, explore the farthest reaches of the universe, and connect with the greatest minds...
Technology Magic: Transforming Reading Skills!
Technology has rapidly become an integral part of our daily lives, transforming the way we interact with the world around us. With the widespread use of technology in education, we...
New Teachers Thrive: Mastering the Onboarding Process
Educators play a pivotal role in shaping the future, and as school principals, ensuring their success from the onset is paramount. Proper onboarding and orientation not only set the...
Principal’s Guide: Mastering Data-Driven Decisions
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, data-driven decision-making is integral to the success of schools and, most importantly, our students. With the capacity to harness a wide...
A Comprehensive Summer Checklist for Principals
Summertime can be a period of preparation and strategic planning for principals. It presents a unique opportunity to reflect on the previous year, reassess strategies, and plan for...
Preparing Assistant Principals for Success: A Summer Guide
As the school year draws to a close, new assistant principals eagerly anticipate their upcoming roles and responsibilities. The summer break provides an excellent opportunity for...
The Art of Summer Planning for School Principals
In the rhythm of a school year, summer offers a unique opportunity for school principals to reflect, recalibrate, and refocus their strategies for the upcoming academic year. Far from...
Preparing for Success: What Great Principals Do Over the Summer
In the ever-evolving world of education, the role of a school principal goes beyond being a managerial figure to being an active leader that shapes the school culture, pedagogical...
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