DISTRICT SPOTLIGHT:
JOHNSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
Empowering Young Learners Through the Read to Succeed Initiative
Johnson County Schools is leading the way in early literacy education with its
Read to Succeed Initiative, a program made possible by the
Read to Succeed Act and SEEK funding. This initiative ensures that every K-4 student builds the foundational literacy skills needed for academic and lifelong success.
A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO LITERACY
At the heart of the Read to Succeed Initiative are the district’s dedicated Read to Succeed Facilitators, who are instrumental in advancing literacy outcomes. Their efforts include:
- Developing and implementing district-wide Read to Succeed Literacy Plans.
- Creating Read-at-Home Plans to engage families in supporting student success.
- Delivering targeted interventions for K-4 students who are below proficiency levels.
- Facilitating
daily Magnetic Reading Groups, which provide systematic, explicit instruction tailored to individual student needs.
Personalized Instruction for Every Student
Students thrive with 45 minutes of daily small-group reading instruction, personalized to meet their unique learning needs. This is complemented by Wonders instruction, which further strengthens foundational literacy skills. These efforts are designed to ensure that every student, regardless of their starting point, has the tools to succeed academically.
Supporting Educators for Lasting Impact
Johnson County’s educators receive robust support through high-quality coaching from Curriculum Associates, which empowers them to implement High-Quality Instructional Resources (HQIR) like Magnetic Reading effectively.
This coaching ensures that educators have the tools and strategies needed to sustain impactful literacy instruction.
Collaboration Drives Success
The Read to Succeed Initiative thrives on teamwork. Administrators, teachers, instructional assistants, Digital Learning Instructional Coaches, and SEL Specialists collaborate to:
01
Engage in
Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
to enhance teaching practices.
02
Conduct
unit and lesson internalizations
to maintain cohesive instruction.
03
Leverage strategies like
Kagan structures
to boost student engagement and participation.
A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO LITERACY
The success of Johnson County’s literacy efforts highlights the critical role of legislative initiatives like the
Read to Succeed Act
and SEEK funding. These policies provide the resources necessary to equip educators, engage families, and prioritize literacy at the local level, ensuring that Kentucky’s students are prepared for a successful future.
Together, Johnson County Schools and its partners are shaping a brighter future for Kentucky—one reader at a time.
Building a Model for Success
Johnson County Schools is setting an example for districts across Kentucky, demonstrating how focused literacy initiatives, collaborative efforts, and strong legislative support can transform student outcomes. By prioritizing early literacy, the district is creating a foundation for lifelong learning and community success.
JOHNSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
Empowering Young Learners Through the Read to Succeed Initiative
For more details on this initiative in Johnson County Schools, please read our full blog post here.
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