2026 Train the Reading Facilitator

Specifically designed for those who deliver trainings to their districts or cooperatives, attendees will be provided facilitation and training tools that align with the SD DOE literacy initiatives which incorporate the science of teaching reading and foundational reading skills in phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocab, reading comprehension. The Teaching Reading Sourcebook will be the focus for the training however, other resources that will be referenced include the SD ELA standards, the Multiple Measures, Dr. Anita Archer's Explicit Instruction, and Dr. Louisa Moats work with LETRS.

Registration begins March 2026.

July 20-24, 2026

8:30 am-4:00 pm

Southeast Technical College 

Hub 303, 2001 N Career Ave, Sioux Falls, SD

Notice is further given to individuals with disabilities that this professional development opportunity is being held in a physically accessible location. Any individuals with disabilities who will require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the Foundational Reading courses should submit a request to Patti Lager at 605-295-0335. Please request the accommodations no later than five business days prior to the course.