Outreach & Workshops
Churchill Center & School’s Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach Program is essential in strengthening our mission of fostering greater understanding and support for all people with learning disabilities by training other educators, supporting families, and enlightening the community.
Since the inception of our Community Outreach Program in 1990, more than 37,500 educators, parents, students, and other supporters have been given the opportunity to experience and broaden their understanding of learning disabilities.
We offer Teacher Workshops, Parent Workshops, Student Workshops, Community Service Events, and a Speaker Series. Each one of these programs offers our community a variety of services to recognize learning disabilities and to then equip the participants with strategies and knowledge to offer further assistance.
Reviews from Outreach Program Attendees:
- “What a great role model Churchill Center & School is for our community.”
– Educational Program Director - “Please accept my gratitude for your willingness to come and speak with our staff. There’s a lot of exciting things happening with study skills — a daily “organizational tip of the day,” teachers actively teaching study skills, and many more ideas brewing.”
– Middle School Director - “You had a positive impact on me when you presented at our school, and I am still using your references.”
– High School Principal - “Faculty members found the topics to be pertinent and directed to their needs and concerns.”
– Learning Consultant - “The speakers were fascinating and I am avidly reading their book, Overcoming Dyslexia. I am very impressed with the knowledge base of the teachers at Churchill as well as their dedication and professionalism!”
– St. Louis Area Psychologist - “Both presenters were terrific and all in attendance left with a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to begin a new school year.”
– Elementary Principal
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Wilson Reading System® (WRS) Introductory Course (4th Edition) – AUGUST 2019
WILSON READING SYSTEM® INTRODUCTORY COURSE (4th EDITION)
WHEN: Wednesday, August 7, Thursday, August 8 and Friday, August 9, 2019 from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. each day
WHERE: Courtyard by Marriott West County | 12815 Daylight Drive Saint Louis, MO 63131
The Wilson Reading System® (WRS) is a comprehensive remedial program for students in grades 2 - 12 and adults needing intensive intervention. This 16.5 hour introductory course provides hands-on practice and application of skills with the WRS Lesson Plan to effectively begin implementing the program. It serves as the prerequisite for WRS Level I Certification.
Workshop Topics:
• Reading research
• Principles of language structure
• How the WRS addresses the five areas of reading
• Definition of dyslexia and common characteristics
• WRS principles of instruction
• Program implementation
• Student placement, progress monitoring and scheduling
• Creating a successful classroom environment
Participants prepare a 10-part lesson plan and practice lesson procedures
Cost: $675.00 per person (Lunch is NOT provided. Lunch is on your own).
Materials are not included. All materials can be purchased directly from Wilson Language Training® at www.wilsonlanguage.com. A WRS Introductory set is recommended.
To register with a Purchase Order, please contact Director of Community Outreach Mary Brotherton at mbrotherton@churchillstl.org or 314-997-4343.
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Refunds for cancellations will only be issued if cancelled seat can be filled - less a $50.00 processing fee.
Hotel Information: Contact the Marriott Des Peres in West County directly to book a room (314-339-7500). Ask for the Churchill rate of $149.00 per night.
For further questions or concerns, please contact Director of Community Outreach Mary Brotherton at mbrotherton@churchillstl.org or 314-997-4343.