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Scherkenbach Elementary

Literacy Instruction at William and Mary Scherkenbach Elementary is based on strong foundations that provide a solid learning experience for every child.  Below are focus areas that are an essential part of our instructional beliefs and practices.

• Teacher Expertise and Parental Involvement

• Research Based Programs and Best Practices

• Assessment Driven Instruction and Intervention

• Student Motivation and Achievement 

We also have a number of school wide initiatives and programs which support literacy in our school.

• Thinking Maps

• Sight Word Soldiers

• Writing Traits Instruction

• Technology-Based Learning and Intervention

• Harcourt Trophies Reading Series