The Learning Alliance Builds Its Professional Network
Online, November 14, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Dean Feuer of George Washington University and members of his staff visited our classrooms at Glendale Elementary on October 6, 2011, followed by a TLA presentation to discuss our innovative programs. Dean Feuer remarked; "The willingness by all parties for reform, as well as the relationship that The Learning Alliance has with the School District, is extraordinary." He added that, "the School District of Indian River County and The Learning Alliance are saving an entire generation in Vero Beach." The Learning Alliance is discussing a future partnership, including having doctoral students from GW conduct an ethnographic study of our initiatives.
The Learning Alliance hosted author Anthony Pedriana, author of Leaving Johnny Behind on October 10, 2011. Pedriana spoke to our Reading Coaches and administrators and moderated a conference call with philanthropists discussing his book. Pedriana is a retired principal from Minnesota who has spent several years studying the literacy reform efforts across our country.
On October 12, 2011, The Learning Alliance hosted David Montague, retired principal and industry leader in education reform. Montague shared his success in achieving 90% literacy while principal with the Kennewick School District in Washington state. Montague spoke to District principals and key administrators.
The Learning Alliance was pleased to present their programs on October 28, 2011, to the Annie E. Casey Foundation, well known for its support of non-profits that serve children in poverty. This is an important connection for The Learning Alliance.
The Learning Alliance is dedicated to dramatically improving student literacy in Indian River County, Florida. Through innovative, evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning, the organization empowers teachers to transform children's lives. Through partnerships with the School District of Indian River County, Indian River State College, and civic youth organizations in the community, The Learning Alliance hopes to create local solutions that can serve as a model for the nation. All programs of The Learning Alliance are made possible through the generosity of our Founders, including Ray & Jean Oglethorpe, Don & Patsy Riefler, Barbara Becker Hurley, King & Dace Stubbs, and Whitney & Betty MacMillan.
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