The Early Reading First (ERF) Program focuses on improving early literacy readiness by providing support for early childhood education programs.
PROGRAM COMPONENTS
Focuses on early literacy skills
Improve kindergarten outcomes
Classroom Assessment Observations
Master Level Specialists support
Research-based curriculum
Screenings
Ongoing monitoring assessment
Individualized instruction
ELIGIBLITY
Five selected sites servicing economically disadvantage families
TARGET
3 and 4 year old students
CURRENT LOCATION
Bethune Elementary
Charles Drew Resource Center
Early Learning Centers:
New Mirawood
Kids in Distress
Jack and Jill
CURRICULUM
Opening the World of Learning (OWL)
FUNDING
The Department of Education
