I have recently taken part in a professional development day on the Sitton Spelling program we have adopted. I would like to share the important features of this program and how it will benefit your child(ren).
1.This program teaches children how to spell and proofread. This is an essential skill for writing well.
2.The children learn the words in a meaningful context and not by a set list each week that is memorized and then promptly forgotten.
3.The children are expected to write the priority list words(set by year level)accurately every time they write no matter which curriculum area they are working on. They have access to these list words so they can check for accuracy each time they use them. Having high expectations and offering consistent support teaches children that spelling matters ALL of the time; not just on a spelling test.
We will be re-assessing the children's ability levels very soon. Feel free to stop in and check your children's results at the end of January.
See you soon!
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