12.17.25 - Science of Reading for Secondary Content Areas: PART 1 Session B

Course Description/Meeting Summary:

The Curriculum and Digital Learning department, in partnership with Dr. Sarah Giuliani, an adjunct professor with UFLI (University of Florida Literacy Initiative) is pleased to invite you to our upcoming professional learning series on the Science of Reading for Secondary Content Areas. This series is intended for all content area teachers including math, science, social studies and ELA to move beyond ELA-specific to provide practical, research-based strategies for addressing the critical reading challenges faced by our middle and high school students. Instructional coaches and administrators are also welcome to attend.

• In-Service Points: 5
• Component Number: 2408003

Meeting Locations and Times:

SEE DESCRIPTION, SEE DESCRIPTION on December 17th, 2025, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
See Description, ., FL 00000

Full Description/Meeting Details:

Part 1: How All Students Learn to Read (And What That Means for You)

• Understand the basics of how reading works and why some older students struggle.You'll learn the essential role every secondary teacher plays in helping students build the foundational reading skills necessary to handle high school material.

Contact Information:

Sara Venezia, Senior Administrator Secondary Literacy
sara.venezia@ocps.net