As a professional learning cohort, a group of teachers opted to enhance their professional knowledge regarding Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. "LETRS^®" for Early Childhood Educators provides deep knowledge of literacy instruction for the youngest learners.

Studies show that pre-K and kindergarten prepare children to thrive in school and accelerate their learning. Even at this early stage of learning, independent experts agree that "a well-implemented, evidence-based curriculum" and an emphasis on the quality and continuous training of early childhood educators leads to success in the classroom.

While LETRS is required for Missouri teachers starting in kindergarten, the SLPS Pre-K program is proud to embrace phonics as part of our core instruction in literacy.