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PLL and Evidence Based Instruction
by: Mary Grace - PLL Executive Director Because of the breadth of services that PLL offers, there can be a...
Literacy Leadership is Needed in Vermont
by: Ellen A Thompson โ PLL Literacy Consultant There is a buzz in the air concerning teaching literacy in schools.ย ...
Letter to the Editor
The role of reading in a democratic society is critical, yet this article did a disservice to educators and the public...
A Remedy to Heal Divisions: Realigning Languages, Not Maligning Cultures
Melanie Stultz-Backus, PLL Literacy Consultant A Remedy to Heal Divisions: Realigning Languages, Not Maligning...
Sue Carey Biggam
Remembering Sue Biggam Itโs with deep respect and great fondness that we remember our colleague and friend, Susan...
Thinking Out Loud
Ellen A. Thompson, Ed. D., author For this past year, I have been on a mission to better understand the draw that word...
Voices From The Field
Milton Middle School Teacher
"Our PLL Literacy consultant is a master in the field of literacy and shared this knowledge in a kind and meaningful manner, elevating the work we are doing as teachers of literacy and creating a common language for how we talk about our readers, their needs, and goals. "
- Milton Middle School Teacher
Barton Academy Teacher
"Our PLL consultant did an excellent jobโshe clearly understood our perspectives and engaged meaningfully with our team."
- Barton Academy Teacher
Milton Middle School Teacher
"I regularly use the learning from PLL in my practice, from activities to profiles and assessments. "
- Milton Middle School Teacher
Milton Elementary School
"This profile work has been really wonderful, looking forward to seeing how it all works when we pilot it next year."
- Milton Elementary School
Carl Anderson Event Participant
"The presenter is extremely personable and knowledgeable about the subject matter, and used videos of student/class conferences strategically and in an engaging way. "
- Carl Anderson Event Participant
Carl Anderson Event Participant
"He pointed to really clear steps, reasons, tips, and examples for teachers to immediately integrate mentor texts into writing instruction. This will be helpful in my role as a coach by providing a very clear outline for teaching with these practices."
- Carl Anderson Event Participant
Carl Anderson Event Participant
"Carl's deep, deep knowledge of the topic was so inspiring. I particularly appreciated the way he guided us to experience writing as children would. Thank you so much for providing this opportunity. "
- Carl Anderson Event Participant
Carl Anderson Event Participant
"He pointed to really clear steps, reasons, tips, and examples for teachers to immediately integrate mentor texts into writing instruction. This will be helpful in my role as a coach by providing a very clear outline for teaching with these practices."
- Carl Anderson Event Participant
Carl Anderson Event Participant
"Carl's deep, deep knowledge of the topic was so inspiring. I particularly appreciated the way he guided us to experience writing as children would. Thank you so much for providing this opportunity. "
- Carl Anderson Event Participant
Jennifer Serravallo Event Participant
"Iโm motivated to try new strategies and start up things I have forgotten about or stopped doing in my practice."
- Jennifer Serravallo Event Participant
Jennifer Serravallo Event Participant
"I simply loved hearing Jennifer speak in person. I have used her resources for years and years. It was nice to hear her speak and give the reasons why behind her examples and resources."
- Jennifer Serravallo Event Participant
Jennifer Serravallo Event Participant
"Jennifer is a master! I loved watching the videos of her teaching in action. Her presentation was linked closely to her books, and Iโm eager to look at them again now that I have had the opportunity to hear her speak. I am excited to try a few of these ideas before the end of the year, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to plan how we can use more of her strategies next year."
- Jennifer Serravallo Event Participant
