Reading Language Arts
Philosophy
Reading is a complex process where meaning is gained from print through the reader's use of prior knowledge and learned strategies. Pearland ISD is committed to developing students' appreciation for reading and encouraging independent life-long learners who can apply critical reading skills to function successfully in their world.
Assessments
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for RLA
K-4 Literacy Screener
Reading screeners are given in Kindergarten, using CLI Engage Circle. The iReady Diagnostic is administered in Grades 1st - 4th. The screener assesses literacy tasks on Phonological Awareness, Phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension.
State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR)
Yearly Overviews
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ELAR Specialists
Tiffany Cox, K-6 Specialist
Tiffany started her classroom teaching career by being voted by her peers as New Teacher of the Year and has been named Teacher of the Year twice in her 15 years. Scores of students have benefitted from her expertise in reading and writing, and she has helped many to have their work published in student anthologies. During this time, she also served her peers as Grade Level Team Leader and as Mentor and Coach to new teachers. She was also asked to contribute at the district level to the Curriculum and Instruction Department (C&I) as a Curriculum Writer and Presenter. Now, as a Reading Specialist in the C&I Department, she provides support and curriculum for reading and ELA teachers through coaching and mentoring in their classrooms, district staff development, and development and implementation of district literacy initiatives.
Toni Holloman, K-6 Specialist
Pearland is home to Toni Holloman. She was raised here, educated here, and has devoted all eighteen of her teaching years as a top-notch instructor in several elementary grades. Her leadership qualities were recognized early, and she was called upon to serve in grade-level team and campus-wide leadership/mentor roles. At the district level, she has also shared her leadership and curriculum knowledge by training others and contributing to the types of Curriculum Development that set Pearland ISD apart. It was a natural and next step for Toni to join the Curriculum and Instruction Department in 2019, where teachers, administrators, and students will continue to benefit from her expertise and support. As a specialist, she primarily supports Reading/ELA teachers in grades 3-6 through coaching, curriculum development, planning support, and district wide staff development that she designs and leads. Toni holds a Bachelor of Science in interdisciplinary studies and a Master of Education in educational administration – both from the University of Houston Clear Lake.
Kenna Pharmakis , 7-12 Specialist