Effective Tier 1 Literacy in the Primary Grades

Join this applicable and enlightening presentation with Dr. Stephanie Stollar, one of the nation’s foremost experts on MTSS, early literacy, and effective intervention. Drawing on her extensive work through The Reading Science Academy and her decades of experience supporting schools across the country, Dr. Stollar will unpack the essential characteristics of high‑quality Tier 1 instruction—the features that truly drive student success.

In this session, Dr. Stollar will show how Tier 1 instruction and intervention must work together, what educators should look for “under the hood,” and why recognizing and implementing these key ingredients is critical for preventing reading difficulties before they take root. Educators will walk away with practical clarity, actionable insights, and a deeper understanding of how to strengthen Tier 1 so that fewer students need more intensive support.

Attendees will Learn: 

1. The characteristics of effective Tier 1 instruction
2. How to use universal screening data to inform components of Tier 1 instruction
3. Approaches to aligning Tier 1 instruction with student needs
4. How to use screening and progress monitoring data to evaluate the effectiveness of the Tier 1 system of support
5. How to spot and correct common Tier 1 misconceptions