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Dr. Adam Clark
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Dr. Adam Clark

Superintendent | Mount Diablo Unified School District


“You have to be strategic. If we are focusing on literacy, we have to go all in on literacy. That means that literacy shows up in math, science, social studies, and P.E.” 

 

Dr. Adam Clark, Superintendent of Mt. Diablo Unified School District, shares how innovative strategies, targeted professional development, and strategic resources boost literacy achievement.


We discuss:

  • - The critical role of professional development.
  • - The importance of strategic planning in education to avoid burnout and ensure effective teaching.
  • - Dr. Clark's holistic approach to integrating literacy across all subjects.

 

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction of Dr. Adam Clark and overview of Mt. Diablo Unified School District.
00:50 Strategies for accelerating reading achievement, including training initiatives.
01:59 Importance of a dyslexia screener and collaboration with the University of California in San Francisco.
04:50 Focus on enhancing the English Learner experience.
05:38 Challenges faced in the district include a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset.
09:00 Dr. Clark's advice for educators.

 

Science of Reading Resources:

The Science of Reading: What You Need to Know

Unlocking Literacy for Bilingual Learners

 

 

 If you liked this episode, listen to this conversation with Dr. Gyimah  Whitaker to learn about a visionary plan to foster a high-performing and inclusive educational system for every child.

 

 

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Dr. Christy Lamb

Director of Partnerships | Just Right Reader

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Dr. Christy Lamb is a Director of Partnerships with Just Right Reader. She has served as a classroom teacher, reading specialist, and principal in public schools in the Kansas City, MO area. She has also worked with Marzano Research in education improvement, serving districts across the country in literacy and leadership. Christy is passionate about supporting building leaders through her co-hosted podcast and platform, The Modern Principal. Having the opportunity to talk to researchers and district leaders on The Science of Reading Leadership Podcast merges her passions of literacy, leadership, and developing others.

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Terri K. Hunt, M.Ed.

Impact Manager | Just Right Reader

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Terri K. Hunt, M.Ed. creates content for students and teachers that is both diverse and engaging. Her mission as a professional is to teach well and lead the way. At her core, Terri is a teacher who takes great pride in the role she plays in the life of every learner. With over 20 years of experience in education, Terri has engaged a wide range of learners from the elementary classroom to the professional development of instructional leaders. Terri obtained her undergraduate degree in education from Oakwood University (formerly Oakwood College) and her graduate degree in educational psychology from the University of Georgia. She holds a gifted endorsement as well as a reading certification.