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Leading the Way:
What School Administrators Need to Know About the Science of Reading
School administrators play a pivotal role in transforming literacy education. By understanding science of reading principles and translating that understanding across their wide variety of stakeholders, they can drive meaningful change, support teachers, and improve student outcomes.
Science of Reading Spurs Literacy Growth in NC
Before North Carolina initiated its statewide transition toward the science of reading, Moore County Schools Principal Ashlee Ciccone led her school through Lexia® LETRS® training. As a result, her school has experienced a profound shift in learning culture and professional knowledge—not to mention K–3 reading achievement!
Literacy Growth in Just Half a Year
- Second Grade: Improved from 63% (Beginning of Year) to 86% at or above the benchmark (Middle of Year)
- Third Grade: Improved from 61% (Beginning of Year) to 84% at or above the benchmark (Middle of Year)
- Overall K-3 Performance: Improved from 65% (Beginning of Year) to 88% at or above the benchmark (Middle of Year)
Increased Reading Comprehension
2021–2022
Exceeded growth in reading with 72% proficiency at end of grade.
2022–2023
Exceeded growth in reading with 75% proficiency at end of grade.
North Carolina students increased from
47% at or above benchmark in 2021–2022 to
56% in the current school year's middle-of-year assessment.
Voices from the Field:
Empower your teachers, engage your students, and lead the way in driving better literacy outcomes
Lexia® provides the tools and support you need to be an effective instructional leader.
According to EdWeek MarketBrief data, of the science of reading-based professional development being purchased by schools and districts during the next two years,
49% will choose LETRS, and
5% will select Lexia Aspire® Professional Learning.
What Lexia Offers
Confidence Through Data
30% increase in ability to make impactful decisions with detailed insight
Teacher Elevation
25% improvement in teacher performance and preparedness
Support for Diverse Needs
achievement gap narrowed by 20% through equitable learning experiences
User-Friendly Technology
implementation challenges reduced by 35% with Lexia's intuitive, easy-to-implement technology solutions
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