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Reading First  

Reading First logoReading First is a national initiative to improve reading in Kindergarten through grade three.  Reading First establishes a nation-wide commitment to support states and local school districts in their efforts to improve the quality and effectiveness of reading instruction for all students.

bullet Reading First 2008 Share Fair (October 21, 2008) PDF File

Reading First Academy Approved Trainers PDF File

Twenty School Districts to Receive Reading Grant Funds
The Illinois State Board of Education today announced a third round of Reading First Grants.

Program and Materials Documents

Round Three - Illinois Reading First Program

The Illinois Reading First Update

Round 3 Reading First Compliance Monitoring Instrument PDF File

Reading Teacher Certification Update Information PDF File

Reading First Round 3 Sign-In Sheet for Professional Development Activity PDF File

Eligible Reading First Schools in the Eligible Reading First Districts for Round Three Competition PDF File

Guidance on Core/Basal Reading Programs
For guidance on previously reviewed core/basal reading programs, please visit the websites listed below:

Please note: ISBE does not participate in, or conduct reviews of, core/basal reading programs nor does it endorse any previously reviewed programs.

Core Reading Program Selection Guidelines for Reading First Schools PDF File

 Recommended Reading First Diagnostic Assessment Information PDF File

 Supplemental
This link goes to the Oregon Reading First page which provides links to the updated Supplemental and Intervention reviews completed by the National Panel.

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