Empowering Customized CLSD Solutions for Alaska
Keys to Literacy is proud to partner with Alaska school districts on integrated literacy improvement systems
Primary Services
Aligned with Alaska’s CLSD priorities for MTSS and comprehensive literacy instruction
MTSS Implementation
Instructional Leadership Coaching
Evidence-based professional learning for PK-Grade 12 educators
Implementation coaching for PK-Grade 12 educators
Pre-Service Educator Training
Implementation Support
We partner with schools and districts across the country to help create high performing systems of learning. These partnerships are called, “implementation or laboratory schools”.
MTSS Implementation
- Literacy audits and implementation coaching
- Tailored intervention strategies for struggling readers
High-Quality Professional Learning
- Comprehensive literacy programs (K-12): Beginning Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Early & Content Writing
- Customized pathways based on literacy audit results
Literacy Coaching Models for Teachers & Leaders (K-12)
- Build internal capacity with our Certified Facilitator Program
- Sustainable, job-embedded coaching support
Higher Education Partnerships
- Science of Reading training for faculty and pre-service teachers
- Support for tutoring initiatives and CLSD alignment
Take the Next Step
Let’s partner to build a sustainable foundation for literacy success.
Free Professional Development for Alaska Reads Act
Keys to Literacy is an approved provider by the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development offering free professional development that meets the required foundational reading skills addressed in the Alaska Reads Act. Participants are responsible for endorsement fees for courses completed after 7/1/2024.
Alaska Reads Professional Development Course
Our hybrid-online “Keys to Beginning Reading” course (46 hours total) includes:
- 36 hours of self-paced online modules with readings, videos, quizzes, and activities
- Five 2-hour virtual-live Zoom meetings with Keys to Literacy trainers
Requirements for Certification:
- Complete all online coursework and virtual meetings
- Finish pre-assessment and pass final post-assessment
- Optional: University of Alaska graduate credit (3 credits/$119) available for participants in our facilitated program
Eligible Participants:
- K-6 educators (including special education and ESL/ELL teachers)
- Administrators working with K-6 students
Summer INTENSIVE 2025 Registration
- Cohort 1: Wednesdays (4:00-6:00 PM AKST): May 28, June 4, 11, 18, 25
- Cohort 2: Saturdays (8:00-10:00 AM AKST): May 3, 17, 31, June 14, 28 – SESSION FULL
Register Here – First come, first served basis. Select multiple cohort preferences when registering. Individual registration required.
Why Choose Keys to Literacy
Keys to Literacy is a nationally recognized leader in the field of literacy professional development and our trainers have deep knowledge and experience about research-based, Science of Reading instruction practices. Our practical, approved courses help participants make connections to classroom instruction.
Contact us today to explore how we can collaborate.
