Communications/Resources for Literacy
Stay informed about Literacy!
Be sure to visit the Kent ISD Literacy Toolkit!
Each of the sites below contains helpful tips, tools, research, and information on programs and services available for learners of all ages. It is in an archive format for retrieval of past documents.
- PreK-12 Literacy Action Model
- KISA/KCC/Kent ISD Literacy Initiative
- Kent County PreK-12 Literacy Coaches Network (article published in GVSU Colleagues Volume II Issue I, May 2007)
- The Literacy Coach: The Key to Improving Teaching & Learning in Secondary Schools
Resources for Literacy Learning.
Resources identified in this section are primarily supported for K-12 classroom teachers. However some sites provide specific support for parents, adult literacy learners, and for community member wishing to volunteer their services to support literacy learning within our schools.
Document Resources (PDF format):
Community Resources
Check out the organizations listed below for literacy material resources and learning experiences for individuals, families, and learning organizations.
- Greater Grand Rapids Reads Literacy - Contact Fritz Crabb @ 616-632-1001
- Fredrick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
- Grand Rapids Public Libraries
- Grand Rapids Children's Museum
- Grand Rapids Public Museum
- Grand Rapids Art Museum
- Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
- Kent District Library
- Grand Rapids Press
- Barnes and Noble Bookstore - 616-954-2211
- Pooh Bookstore - 616-942-9887
- Schuler Books and Music Store - 616-942-2561
- WOOD TV8
- WZZM TV 13
Tutoring/Mentoring Resource
F.A.C.T.S. - Families and Community together for Students. - A volunteer tutoring program offered during and after school to the Grand Rapids Public Schools. contact the F.A.C.T.S..' office at United Way, 616-632-1002 or FACTS@unitedwaycares.com
Literacy Center of West Michigan - For more than 20 years, our proven programs have helped thousands of people learn to read and improve their English language skills. At the Literacy Center of West Michigan, we are committed to helping West Michigan residents reach their full potential.
Kids Hope USA - Mentoring program for K-12 students offered in partnership with churches and schools. Many public and private schools within Kent County have a school/church partnership facilitated by Kids Hope USA. For further information contact 616-455-0110.
Local Kent County School districts - Most school districts offer unique programs to their residents' needs. Connect with district school leaders for answers to your questions on tutoring support programs.
Check out the K-12 student literacy tutoring programs offered at local colleges. Most tutoring programs are offered during the summer. Contact the Education Department at each college.
- Calvin College - 616-957-6000
- Grand Rapids Community College - 616-234-4000
- Grand Valley State University - 616-331-7360
- Western Michigan University (GR campus) 616-771-9470
Website Links
- U.S. Dept of Ed - Federally supported teaching & learning resources.
- COOR ISD, Crawford, Oscoda, Ogemaw, Roscommon Intermediate
- ERIC Clearinghouse on Reading, English, and Communication
- Helping Your Child Learn to Read
- West Michigan Reading Council
- International Literacy Association
- Learning to Read
- Michigan Reading Association
- Mid-continent Research for Education & Learning
- Middle Web – (resources for secondary ed.)
- National Council of Teachers of English
- North Central Regional Educational Laboratory - Center for Literacy - The Literacy Program Evaluation Tool
- Partnership for Family Involvement in Education
- National Center for Family Literacy
- Get Ready To Read - Excellent Family Literacy site - Assessment tools and strategies,
- GLCE aligned with MLPP
- National Association of Elementary and Secondary Principals
- Reading Rockets: Launching Young Readers
- K-12 lesson plans covering a wide range of reading and language arts topics
- Search Institute - Profiles of Student Attitudes and Behaviors
- Solution Tree (formerly National Education Service)
