In-Classroom Support Services
Purpose of In-Classroom Support: To conduct on-site classroom visits and support services
throughout the implementation of READ 180 to ensure fidelity to the Instructional Model.
Roles of Scholastic In-Classroom Consultant: Mediator, Facilitator, Supporter, Collaborator,
Mentor, Learner
Description: Classroom visits and in-classroom support will be built into READ 180
implementation plans from the start. Implementation services assist the teacher, principal and
district leaders in having a clear understanding of what is being taught and the strengths and
challenges in the READ 180 program implementation. Scholastic recommends a minimum of
four coaching visits per teacher to each READ 180 classroom each year. The principal (site
administrator) and teacher leaders are requested to participate at some point during in-classroom
visits. Classroom visits:
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Are based on district, school and/or teacher needs as they relate to the implementation of
READ 180
May also be recommended in response to results from implementation visits or other
professional development needs.
Will take place within the classroom during the READ 180 Instructional Model.
Provide opportunities for modeling and feedback within the READ 180 classroom.
Will include pre- and post-visit/coaching conferences with the teacher.
Will not be evaluations of teachers.
Will identify the following: fidelity to the model, management and routines,
instructional practices, and progress monitoring (use of SAM reports).
At the end of each visit the Scholastic Consultant will debrief with the teacher providing:
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A detailed summary of the instructional experience.
Challenges encountered and how they were solved.
Next steps for future support actions.
Periodic status reports will be written and provided to building and district leaders to offer updates
on teachers’ progress toward competency as READ 180 teachers.
There are four core types of Scholastic in-classroom visits: Classroom Set-Up Visit,
Implementation Level Visit, Coaching/Modeling/Co-teaching/Demonstration Visit, and End of Year
Visit.
1. Classroom Set-Up Visits: Weeks 1-8
The Scholastic Consultant will perform a Classroom Setup Visit to identify needs at the beginning
of a READ 180 implementation.
Visits early in the year will focus on assisting the teacher in setting up the classroom for successful
implementation and maximizing student achievement. The Scholastic Consultant will review start-up
procedures and refer the teacher to Scholastic READ 180 resources emphasizing:
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Room arrangement
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Procedures and routines
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Classroom management techniques
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Student expectations
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The READ 180 Instructional Model
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SRI testing guidelines
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The Lexile Framework
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Creating a supportive environment
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2. Implementation Level Visits: Weeks 9-18
The Scholastic Consultant will perform an Implementation Visit in each classroom using an
Implementation Level Form accompanied by key student reports to gauge fidelity of
implementation.
Following classroom set-up visits, the Scholastic Consultant will work with the teacher to ensure fidelity
to the READ 180 Instructional Model. Observations, discussions, and goal setting will center on the
following key components as they relate to successful implementation:
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Proper use of the rBook teaching system
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Incorporating student structured engagement routines in daily instruction
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The inclusion of whole-group and small group instruction (software, teacher directed
instruction, independent/modeled reading)
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Smooth transitions among rotations
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Adequate equipment to support the instructional model
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Posted student routines and expectations
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Using reports to monitor progress and inform instruction
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Differentiated instruction
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Using the Lexile Framework to target students’ independent reading
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Continued support for classroom management and organization
3. Coaching/Modeling/Co-teaching/Demonstration Visits: Weeks 19-32
The Scholastic Consultant will model instructional and management best practices used in READ
180 at the request of the teacher during a pre-coaching conference. The lesson will be agreed
upon in discussion with teachers prior to the visit. There may be instances where the classroom
teacher and the Scholastic Consultant will co-teach a lesson.
Focused, in-classroom support will be designed and provided based on the Scholastic Consultant’s
observations and discussions with individual teachers. Follow-up debriefing discussions will allow
the teacher and the Scholastic Consultant to celebrate successes, identify challenges, and set
goals for continued progress toward standards for successful implementation. Specific targets and
action plans will be negotiated and developed based on an individual teacher’s needs. Depending
on the teacher’s implementation level, targeted support will be provided to facilitate teacher
competence toward goals using a gradual release model:
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Demonstrations
Modeled lesson by the Scholastic Consultant
Providing video segments of model classrooms and lessons
Arranging visits and observations with colleagues who demonstrate
on-model implementation
Guided Practice
Co-planning and co-teaching lessons with the Scholastic Consultant
Observing and providing specific feedback related to goals and targets
Exploring READ 180 resources based on needs
Videotaping and analyzing instruction with the teacher
Supported Practice
Continuing guided practice as needed
Reading and discussing professional articles and Scholastic resources
Providing opportunities to share with others
Facilitating reflected practice and offering specific feedback
Leadership Opportunities
Suggesting successful teachers allow others to visit in their classrooms
Arranging for successful teachers to co-plan or co-teach with
colleagues
Scheduling opportunities for model teachers to lead a professional
development discussion or training
Videotaping successful teachers as a model for others
4. End of Year Visits: Weeks 33-40
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The Scholastic Consultant will perform End of Year Visits to each classroom using an End of
Year Form to support the procedures, materials organization, and exit criteria for the end of the
school year and planning for next year.
The Scholastic Consultant will conduct end-of-year visits to assist teachers with evaluating student
progress and program implementation, as well as planning for next year. The Scholastic Consultant
will continue to provide targeted support during these visits. In addition, emphasis will be placed on
procedures and strategies to close the READ 180 school year and to plan for the continuation of
READ 180 for the following year:
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Administering final SRI
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Evaluating student progress, sharing results with all stakeholders (students, parents,
teachers, administrators)
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Celebrating successes
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Conducting materials inventories
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Identifying exiting and continuing READ 180 students
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Setting goals; making recommendations
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