Wilson® Accredited Professional Learning
As a Wilson® Accredited Partner, Churchill has been reviewed by Wilson Language Training® (WLT) and meets their standards of excellence in the delivery of their programs.
Our five Wilson® Credentialed Trainers deliver valuable professional learning to Churchill faculty and educators from schools in the St. Louis region and beyond. Wilson Reading System® is an intensive, multisensory program for students who have been unable to learn to read and spell with other teaching strategies.
For more information on WLT workshops/courses, check out Churchill’s upcoming events below or email Mary Brotherton at mbrotherton@churchillstl.org.
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- “I benefitted from the expertise of the presenters. I can take the information back to my classroom.”
– Teacher - “I learned new strategies for working with struggling learners.”
– Teacher - “Energetic presenters. I could tell they loved what they do.”
– Teacher - “Useful information that can be used right away.”
– Teacher - “I loved the positivity in the workshop!”
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Fundations® Level 1 Course
FUNDATIONS® LEVEL 1 COURSE
WHEN: Friday, June 9, 2023
TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Churchill Center & School
1021 Municipal Center Drive | Saint Louis, MO 63131
PRESENTED BY: Churchill's Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach Program
WHAT: Fundations provides a research-based supplement (Tier 1) and intervention (Tier 2) program for students in kindergarten through third grade. Each workshop addresses a specific level (K, 1, 2). The Fundations Level 1 Workshop provides a practical, how-to-overview of the Fundations program. Each workshop prepares teachers beginning to use the program and is also appropriate for reading support personnel.
WORKSHOP TOPICS:
• Underlying principles of Fundations
• How the Fundations daily lesson plan and activities address the five areas of reading, teach the principles of language structure, and incorporate direct, multisensory methods
• Practical guidelines for implementation
• Participants write lesson plans and practice lesson activities for this Fundations level
COST: $300.00 per person (lunch on your own)
MATERIALS:
• Workshop manual is included, but other materials are not included
• Materials may be purchased at Wilson Language Training® (www.wilsonlanguage.com)
• A full kit will be available to preview at the workshop
QUESTIONS/FURTHER INFORMATION:
Please contact Mary Brotherton, Director of Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach, at mbrotherton@churchillstl.org.
PURCHASE ORDERS:
Churchill does accept registration with purchase orders. Please follow the instructions on the registration page.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:
Refunds for cancellations will only be issued if cancelled seat can be filled, less a $50.00 processing fee.
Fundations® Level K Course
FUNDATIONS® LEVEL K COURSE
WHEN: Friday, June 23, 2023
TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Churchill Center & School
1021 Municipal Center Drive | Saint Louis, MO 63131
PRESENTED BY: Churchill's Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach Program
WHAT: Fundations provides a research-based supplement (Tier 1) and intervention (Tier 2) program for students in kindergarten through third grade. Each workshop addresses a specific level (K, 1, 2). The Fundations Level K Workshop provides a practical, how-to-overview of the Fundations program. Each workshop prepares teachers beginning to use the program and is also appropriate for reading support personnel.
WORKSHOP TOPICS:
• Underlying principles of Fundations
• How the Fundations daily lesson plan and activities address the five areas of reading, teach the principles of language structure, and incorporate direct, multisensory methods
• Practical guidelines for implementation
• Participants write lesson plans and practice lesson activities for this Fundations level
COST: $300.00 per person (lunch on your own)
MATERIALS:
• Workshop manual is included, but other materials are not included
• Materials may be purchased at Wilson Language Training® (www.wilsonlanguage.com)
• A full kit will be available to preview at the workshop
QUESTIONS/FURTHER INFORMATION:
Please contact Mary Brotherton, Director of Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach, at mbrotherton@churchillstl.org.
PURCHASE ORDERS:
Churchill does accept registration with purchase orders. Please follow the instructions on the registration page.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:
Refunds for cancellations will only be issued if cancelled seat can be filled, less a $50.00 processing fee.
Wilson Reading System® 4th Edition Introductory Course
WILSON READING SYSTEM® 4th EDITION INTRODUCTORY COURSE
WHEN: Monday, June 26, 2023 | Tuesday, June 27, 2023 | Wednesday, June 28, 2023
TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Each Day
WHERE: Churchill Center & School
1021 Municipal Center Drive | Town & Country, MO 63131
PRESENTED BY: Churchill's Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach Program
WHAT: The Wilson Reading System® is a comprehensive remedial program for students in grades 2 - 12 and adults needing intensive intervention. This 16.5-hour introductory workshop 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 1 Certification.
WORKSHOP TOPICS:
• Reading research
• Principles of language structure
• How 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 will prepare a 10-part lesson plan and practice lesson procedures.
COST: $675.00 per person (lunch on your own)
Materials are NOT included. All materials can be purchased directly from Wilson Language Training®.
* Full attendance for all three days is required to gain completion status. *
For questions or further information, please contact Mary Brotherton, Director of Sandra K. Gilligan
School Partnerships & Outreach, at mbrotherton@churchillstl.org.
Churchill does accept registration with purchase orders. Please follow the instructions on the registration page.
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Refunds for cancellations will only be issued if the cancelled seat can be filled, less a $50.00 processing fee. This applies to seats reserved with purchase orders.
Wilson Reading System® 4th Edition Introductory Workshop
WILSON READING SYSTEM® 4th EDITION INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP:
DATES:
• Monday, June 26, 2023
• Tuesday, June 27, 2023
• Wednesday, June 28, 2023
WHEN: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. each day
WHERE: Courtyard St. Louis West County
12815 Daylight Dr | Saint Louis, MO 63131
PRESENTED BY: Churchill's Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach Program
WHAT: 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 workshop 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 1 Certification.
WORKSHOP TOPICS WILL INCLUDE:
• Reading research
• Principles of language structure
• How 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 on your own.
FULL attendance for all three days is required to gain completion status.
* Materials are not included. All materials can be purchased directly from Wilson Language Training®. *
Wilson Reading System® Seminar for Parents
WILSON READING SYSTEM® SEMINAR FOR PARENTS
WHEN: Tuesday, June 27, 2023
TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
WHERE:
Churchill Center & School
1021 Municipal Center Drive | Town & Country, MO 63131
TOPICS TO BE ADDRESSED:
- Brain Basics
- Why Wilson® Works: Ten Critical Points
- What does this mean for my child?
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.
Please RSVP to Mary Brotherton at mbrotherton@churchillstl.org
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. NO FEE TO ATTEND.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
As a Wilson® Accredited Partner, Churchill has been reviewed by Wilson Language Training® (WLT) and meets their standards of excellence in the delivery of their programs.
Our in-house, WLT-certified trainers deliver valuable professional learning to Churchill faculty and educators from schools in the St. Louis region and beyond. The Wilson Reading System® is an intensive, multi-sensory program for students who have been unable to learn to read and spell with other teaching strategies.
Fundations® Level 2 Course
FUNDATIONS® LEVEL 2 COURSE
WHEN: Thursday, June 29, 2023
TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Churchill Center & School
1021 Municipal Center Drive | Saint Louis, MO 63131
PRESENTED BY: Churchill's Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach Program
WHAT: Fundations provides a research-based supplement (Tier 1) and intervention (Tier 2) program for students in kindergarten through third grade. Each workshop addresses a specific level (K, 1, 2). The Fundations Level 2 Workshop provides a practical, how-to-overview of the Fundations program. Each workshop prepares teachers beginning to use the program and is also appropriate for reading support personnel.
WORKSHOP TOPICS:
• Underlying principles of Fundations
• How the Fundations daily lesson plan and activities address the five areas of reading, teach the principles of language structure, and incorporate direct, multisensory methods
• Practical guidelines for implementation
• Participants write lesson plans and practice lesson activities for this Fundations level
COST: $300.00 per person (lunch on your own)
MATERIALS:
• Workshop manual is included, but other materials are not included
• Materials may be purchased at Wilson Language Training® (www.wilsonlanguage.com)
• A full kit will be available to preview at the workshop
QUESTIONS/FURTHER INFORMATION:
Please contact Mary Brotherton, Director of Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach, at mbrotherton@churchillstl.org.
PURCHASE ORDERS:
Churchill does accept registration with purchase orders. Please follow the instructions on the registration page.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:
Refunds for cancellations will only be issued if cancelled seat can be filled, less a $50.00 processing fee.