Stop Planning Activities. Start Building Systems.

Why do so many literacy initiatives start with excitement but struggle to produce lasting results?
In this episode, I dive into one of the most common literacy mistakes happening in schools today: disconnected instruction.
Too often, Tier 1 instruction, small groups, intervention, tutoring, and progress monitoring all operate as separate systems. Teachers are working incredibly hard, but when instruction isn't aligned, students are left trying to navigate different routines, expectations, and approaches throughout the day.
The problem usually isn't a lack of effort—and it isn't always the…