On-site school-wide professional development is the most popular way for schools and districts to partner with The Reading & Writing Project at Mossflower (RWP-M). RWP-M offers customized professional development designed to enhance literacy instruction and drive student success. Below, discover how partnering with RWP-M can transform literacy practices in your school or district.
Comprehensive Professional Development Tailored to Grade Bands
RWP-M provides professional development that is specifically tailored to various grade levels, we suggest at least five days of school-specific support for each grade band:
Grades K-2
Grades 3-5
Grades 6-8
Grades 9-12
Expert Staff Developers Working Alongside Teachers
Each participating school or district is assigned a dedicated Staff Developer who specializes in one of the grade bands. Staff Developers work directly with teachers to:
Study student work and data.
Respond to teachers' unique goals, questions, and classroom challenges.
Demonstrate best practices in literacy instruction, tailored to the needs of each school.
Staff Developers also partner closely with school leaders to align professional development with the school’s priorities and goals.
Hands-On, Classroom-Centered Professional Development
RWP-M employs a hands-on approach to professional development, typically including:
Demonstration Teaching & Coaching in Labsite Classrooms: Staff developers model effective literacy practices within classrooms, allowing teachers to observe and try these techniques.
Grade-Level Study Groups: Structured time for teachers to collaboratively study student work, reflect on instructional practices, learn the latest research, and plan next steps.
Various Teaching Methods: A blend of direct instruction, guided practice, coaching, and shared inquiry is used to ensure teachers gain practical, applicable skills.
Ongoing Access to Exclusive Resources and Learning Communities
Schools and districts engaged in on-site professional development receive more than just expert-led sessions—they gain access to a wealth of additional resources, including:
The Reading & Writing Project Learning Community
An active community of educators and literacy leaders dedicated to continuous improvement and sharing best practices.
Monthly Leadership Conferences
Opportunities for superintendents, district leaders, principals, assistant principals, coaches, and lead teachers to collaborate, share insights, and drive literacy leadership within their schools.
Early Access to Pre-Publication Curricula
Opportunities to pilot new and innovative literacy curricula before they are publicly released.
The Mossflower Treasure Chest
A comprehensive online portal of teaching resources and instructional materials, updated regularly. Access includes:
Pre-publication units
Instructional videos
Test Prep Units
And more—all available free of charge to teachers and leaders from schools and districts involved in RWP-M's on-site professional development.
Flexible Location Options: On-Site or Virtual
Professional development with RWP-M is flexible and can be conducted either on-site at your school or virtually, ensuring accessibility for every educational setting.
Cost-Effective Professional Development
Cost starts at $2,500 per day, plus travel expenses, offering a high-impact, customizable professional development experience. The number of professional development days is based on the needs and priorities of each school.
Get Started Today!
Partner with RWP-M to create a lasting impact on your literacy instruction, strengthen your teaching practices, and empower your educators to elevate student learning outcomes.
Learn more by reading the 2024-2025 professional development brochure or schedule a call to get started today.