Elementary Reading
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The Medford Public Schools Elementary Reading Department provides targeted small-group instruction based on each student’s literacy profile. Reading instruction focuses on foundational literacy skills, including letter-name and letter-sound identification, phonemic awareness, phonics for reading and spelling, and reading fluency.
Assessment Schedule - DIBELS
The DIBELS assessment is used to identify students who may be at risk for reading difficulties, by measuring key early literacy skills such as phonemic awareness, decoding, and fluency. It provides educators with timely data to guide instruction and intervention so students can receive targeted support as early as possible.
In Massachusetts, the use of DIBELS supports compliance with the state’s Dyslexia Screening requirements under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 71, Section 57A, which requires schools to screen students for potential reading challenges and provide evidence-based interventions. The assessment helps schools monitor student progress and ensure that literacy instruction aligns with state expectations for early identification and support.
- Students are screened using DIBELS three times a year: September, January, and May.
- Students are progress monitored monthly using DIBELS to ensure evidence-based interventions are meeting student needs.
- Visit Here for a DIBELS Parent Guide
Partnership Between Schools, Students, & Families
Our Elementary Reading Department compact outlines how the school staff, caregivers, and students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement. The compact serves as one part of the school and caregivers’ way to build and develop a partnership to help children accelerate in their learning. Click on the links below to access in your preferred language.
English | Spanish | Portuguese | Haitian Creole | Arabic
How to Help at Home
Click the button below for resources on how you can support your child outside the classroom and at home.
Family Engagement
The Elementary Reading Department annually offers Family Engagement Nights in September, March and May. Check back here for the flyers and more information for these nights as they approach!