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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · 14h

For a limited time, “Left Behind” will also be available to stream worldwide on Kinema. Watch for free from October 24 to November 1: kinema.com/events/Left-...

Left Behind

Get tickets for the virtual screening of Left Behind

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · 14h

Celebrate #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth with “Left Behind.” Learn how a group of determined mothers united to establish the first public school for children with dyslexia in the largest district in the country.
Join FULCRUM for a FREE screening! Reserve your seat: tinyurl.com/leftbehindfi...

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you to the leaders who championed AB 1454. @governor.ca.gov, @caspeakerrivas.bsky.social, Asm Rubio, Asm Muratsuchi, @benallenca.bsky.social, @senatorumberg.bsky.social, @scottwiener.bsky.social, Asm Addis, @asmmiabonta.bsky.social, Asm Hoover, Asm Patel, @senakilahweber.bsky.social, EdVoice 🙌🏽

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · 1d

This moment! CA just passed #AB1454, a landmark #EarlyLiteracy bill and a major step toward securing all students’ civil right to read 🎉 This is the third and final piece of CA's comprehensive #SoR legislative framework. For more on what this means, visit fulcrumliteracy.org/media/ab1454 👈🏽

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The Reading League @thereadingleague.org · 8d

Choosing a new curriculum?

TRL's Curriculum Evaluation Guidelines and Navigation Reports are free, science-aligned resources that help teams evaluate literacy materials clearly and consistently.

Use these to support informed decisions in your district: https://bit.ly/4nFWFoE

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · 10d

ATTN: #EdPrep Programs and #TeacherCandidates

Have you heard the latest #SB488 updates from the #CTC? Get details on the #RICA extension, approved #literacy performance assessment models, and more: www.fulcrumliteracy.org/media/sb488-updates 👈🏽

Like + share to help keep our community informed!

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · 11d

Join the 2025–2026 #Literacy Leaders Community of Practice (CoP)!

FULCRUM's CoP is back, now in partnership with Reading Horizons.

📌 Visit tinyurl.com/LiteracyLead... to learn more, and register by October 10 to claim your spot.

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · 25d

This tool may also be useful to schools without Tier 2 materials or a support plan.

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · 25d

Systems using #UFLI Foundations for core reading instruction now have access to an associated Intervention Placement Test to identify areas where students need additional support. It pinpoints the UFLI lessons that target those foundational skills 👏

PDF: ufli.education.ufl.edu/wp-content/u...

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Sep 3

Help us spread the word! We're ready to answer all of your questions about preparing #teacher candidates for the #LPA, aligning syllabi with #structuredliteracy practices, attaining #CTC program approval, and more.

Reserve your spot now: tinyurl.com/EPPOfficeHour

#teacherprep #literacymatters #SoR

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jul 18

We will never solve the literacy crisis without investing in quality #TeacherPrep. Every year, thousands of new educators enter classrooms without the necessary training to teach #reading effectively. If we want different outcomes, we must start with how we prepare our teachers.

#LiteracyMatters

The Reading League @thereadingleague.org · Jul 16

Educator prep programs (EPPs) are under pressure to prove their alignment with the #ScienceofReading, but often lack support to get there.

That’s where we come in.

Our newly enhanced EPP Partnerships help strengthen coursework, collaboration & coherence.

www.thereadingleague.org/educator-pre...

Newly Enhanced The Reading League's Educator Preparation Program Partnership provides expert, respectful, and sustainable support to help programs: co-create a shared literacy vision, collectively review and enhance course syllabi, and foster program-wide coherence and collaboration

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jul 17

She challenges the tendency to treat symptoms instead of root causes and explores how early experiences of success can shape children's confidence, resilience, and long-term well-being. (2/2)

Watch: youtu.be/EI6t2_u8na4?...
Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/5ubR...

#LiteracyMatters #Literacy4All

Why Basic Needs, like Literacy, Must Come Before Resilience Training — and What Schools Get Wrong.

YouTube video by Parents For Reading Justice

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jul 17

How does failing to meet children's #literacy needs contribute to stress and anxiety? Check out "Literacy Now, Together" for Dr. Hodge's take on how many #SEL programs miss the mark, focusing on student characteristics rather than systemic issues, such as #illiteracy. (1/2)

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jul 14

You still have a little time! Submit your proposal by the end of the month.

Oakland Literacy Coalition @oaklitcoalition.bsky.social · Jun 26

The RFP is open for 2026 symposium sessions! Seeking breakout session proposals that promote equity-centered literacy practices and offer hands-on learning. (Note: 50% off registration applies to speakers at nonprofits with budgets under $1M) Learn more: http://www.bit.ly/LJ4All26RFP #edusky #SOR

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jul 14

A parent's trust is sacred. When outdated teaching methods are used on their child, that trust is shattered.

Children don’t get a second chance at learning to read—they need what works NOW.

Full episode drops July 16 🎙️

#literacy #literacymatters #structuredliteracy #SoR #scienceofreading #SEL

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jul 10

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Families In Schools @familiesinschools.bsky.social · Jul 9

#AB1454 just passed the CA Senate Education Committee with unanimous, bipartisan support! 🎉 Thanks to @governor.ca.gov & the 2025–26 budget, $200M is already committed to teacher training. Let’s pass the full #EarlyLiteracy bill & ensure every child learns to read! #YesOnAB1454 #ReadLA! #CAKidsRead

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jul 10

"They're at 60%, we're at 20%—60 is not the standard, 100% should be the standard. I'm after excellence." How are low expectations impacting student achievement? What if we chose excellence instead of letting the highest performing group set the bar? More to come when ep. 2 drops 07/16 🎙️

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jul 8

#LiteracyMatters #ScienceOfReading #Dyslexia #StructuredLiteracy #Literacy #SEL #SocialEmotionalLearning

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jul 8

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: The next episode of "Literacy Now, Together" drops 07/16! How does #Illiteracy impact #MentalHealth? Here's a sneak peek at our conversation with guest Dr. Karin Hodges + her thoughts on how we're teaching emotional regulation.

Thoughts? Drop them in the comments!

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · Jun 24

"FULCRUM is a critical advocacy partner locally and nationally, catalyzing practice and policy improvements to strengthen literacy instruction and increase access to literacy interventions."

@krfoundation.org, we cannot thank you enough for your continued support.

krfoundation.org/year-in-revi...

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · May 21

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FULCRUM is an Oakland-based nonprofit, committed to ending our nation's most solvable problem: illiteracy. We are leading a movement for change.

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · May 21

Did you miss our spring newsletter? Don't worry, you can catch the latest here: mailchi.mp/fulcrumliter...

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · May 14

MORE RESOURCES:
California County Superintendents Association’s Adoption Toolkit
drive.google.com/file/d/1Ro8e...

GO Public Schools’ two-part workshop on K–2 Reading Risk Screeners
gopublicschools.org/2025/02/lite...

FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · May 14

(3) Results must be shared with parents or guardians within 45 calendar days of the assessment.

Source: www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cl/screen...

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FULCRUM @fulcrumliteracy.bsky.social · May 14

(2) Students must be screened in their primary language. If there is no approved screening instrument in at least one language in which a student is proficient, their risk for reading difficulties must be assessed through alternate means.

Source: www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cl/screen...

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