Show notes
Join Dr. LaTonya Goffney, Superintendent of Schools for Aldine Independent School District in Texas, as she recounts her two-year journey with her team of district educators to adopt a new early literacy curriculum. Hear how they successfully challenged the traditional adoption process, studied the science of teaching reading, analyzed student data and experiences, and developed a district-wide set of beliefs and expectations. Show notes:The Knowledge Gap: The hidden cause of America's broken education system--and how to fix it by Natalie WexlerWant to discuss the episode? Join our Facebook group Science of Reading: The Community.Quotes:“If you can read, you can go anywhere. Reading is a gateway to opportunity.”“As leaders, we have to be prepared to challenge the notion of low expectations."Episode timestamps*01:00: Introduction: Who is LaTonya Goffney04:00: Challenges in Literacy and Initial Steps06:00: Developing a New Literacy Framework13:00: Implementing the New Curriculum23:00: Overcoming Obstacles and Building Commitment35:00: Looking Ahead: Future Steps and Advice42:00: Conclusion and Final Thoughts*Timestamps are approximate, rounded to nearest minute