Reading and Literacy Resources

Minnesota Center for Reading Research
Researchers at the Minnesota Center for Reading Research have discovered a proven approach to spurring reading growth for elementary-level readers of many different levels.

Second Language Research
ResearchWorks reports on research with Somali immigrants and findings concerning second-language oral acquisition by learners with little or no print literacy in their first language.

Minnesota Reading Corps
A statewide initiative placing AmeriCorps members at school sites, to help every Minnesota child become a successful reader by the end of 3rd grade.

Reading Well by 3rd Grade Update

This update from the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) offers a comprehensive list of resources with a “Reading Well by 3rd Grade Update.” This newsletter includes: Data Submission Template, Local Literacy Plan Updates, Registration for RW3 Webinars, and Resources. For a copy of the newsletter scroll to the left, or visit MDE.

Mission: The Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association is dedicated to promoting and improving education for children and youth, strengthening the role as educational leader for elementary and middle level principals, and collaborating with partners in education to assist in achieving these goals.

Leading schools toward excellence through the MESPA vision to be the premiere resource for preparing today's principals for tomorrow and a strong leading voice for public education.

Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association

1667 North Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108

651.999.7310 MN toll free 800.642.6807

Fax: 651.999.7311 E-mail: mespa@mespa.net