Session Details

The Char-Em Literacy Leaders Network brings together instructional leaders across the region to strengthen literacy practices and build systemwide coherence. Through shared learning, collaborative problem-solving, and support aligned to research-based frameworks, the network empowers leaders to guide meaningful change in their districts. Together, we are building the capacity and confidence of principals and teams to lead literacy with clarity, purpose, and impact. These trainings are for both Cohorts A & B as indicated.

Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) Tenets
Supported, Challenged, Engaged

Dates / Location
August 20 (virtual/principals only) 
September 30 Cohort B / Char-Em ISD Charlevoix
October 1 Cohort A /Char-Em ISD Charlevoix   NEW LOCATION: Charlevoix Public Library
December 10 / Charlevoix Public Library
March 11 / Charlevoix Public Library
June 17 / North Central Michigan College

Times
August 20 - Cohort A: 10-11 a.m. / Cohort B: 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
All other dates - 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Audience
Principals, School Literacy Leader Team, ISD Teacher Consultants, Early Childhood Consultants, Literacy Coaches

• Increased leader confidence in guiding literacy instruction and aligning it to research-based practices.
• Greater coherence across districts through shared frameworks, language, and goals.
• Stronger principal leadership in implementing Tier 1 literacy systems and supporting classroom instruction.
• Improved collaboration among district and building leaders through cross-district learning and problem-solving.
• Actionable strategies that translate directly into building-level implementation and student impact.