The Early Literacy Block Grant from 2020 through 2023, supported the Expert Lead in Literacy, a specialized role dedicated to aligning early literacy with the statewide system of support. This role fostered literacy programs, predominantly for students in kindergarten through third grade, with a holistic approach that includes quality teaching, student support, and community-family involvement.

Key Highlights:

Funding Source: Early Literacy Block Grant awarded to the Sacramento County Office of Education.
Expert Lead in Literacy: A specialized leadership role created to enhance the literacy support system.
Focus on Early Grades: The primary target is students from kindergarten to third grade.
Holistic Approach: The initiative not only focuses on quality teaching but also on robust student assistance and meaningful family-community engagement.

Call to Action:
Empower the next generation with the gift of literacy. Be part of the movement driven by the Expert Lead in Literacy. Dive deeper into our programs, get involved, and make a difference in the early academic journey of our children. For more information, please contact Stephanie Gregson, Deputy Executive Director at [email protected].