Literacy Overview

Literacy instruction in McHenry District 15 is comprehensive and aligned with the Illinois Learning Standards, emphasizing evidence-based practices. District 15's approach is designed to foster equitable opportunities for all students, ensuring that they develop essential skills in reading, writing, and communication.

Literacy in McHenry District 15 is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to become informed and proficient readers, writers and communicators, fostering their academic success and preparing them for challenges beyond the classroom.

Key features of the literacy instruction include:

1. Alignment with Standards: Instruction is closely aligned with the Illinois Learning Standards, ensuring that students meet the expected benchmarks and achieve an equitable education in literacy.

2. Rigorous Instruction: Literacy curriculum is rigorous, challenging students to develop proficiency in various literacy skills. This includes a focus on reading a diverse range of genres and incorporating literacy across all content areas.

3. Foundational Skills: Phonics and phonological awareness, foundational literacy skills, are prioritized to build a strong base for more advanced literacy competencies.

4. Engagement with Complex Texts: Students are exposed to complex texts, which helps enhance their comprehension, writing, speaking and listening, vocabulary, and language skills. This approach prepares them for real world experiences.

5. Literature and Informational Texts: Literature and informational texts are utilized to provide students with a diverse set of skills, enabling them to navigate various contexts, think critically, and communicate effectively in both academic and real world settings.