Frameworks/Programs

• Explore the Trauma Sensitive Schools’ Flexible Framework

• See Conscious Discipline for support in how to think about developing a strong School Family

• Literacy First is an evidence-based program that provides intensive early literacy support for K-2 students. Notably, they are the only fully bilingual early learning high-dosage program in the community tutoring space in Texas. Tutoring, instructional resources, and assessments are all available in English and Spanish.

This upcoming school year, Literacy First, is exploring consulting with districts to set them up for success in implementing a similar intervention model to support students with learning recovery from COVID-19 and beyond. During school year 2021-22, they could provide consultation to districts on what a quality PK-2 tutoring program looks like and what it takes to use the time and effort of paraprofessionals and volunteers to drive growth and serve students effectively. Program staff can also provide consultation around effective early literacy data systems with a unique emphasis on assessing young students’ development of automaticity with early literacy skills. To learn more email support.literacyfirst@austin.utexas.edu.