Title
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT FOR AMIRA TUTORING PROGRAM
Description
Amira Learning uses an evidence-based approach to reading success and demonstrates strong levels of evidence under the ESSA criteria. Dozens of micro-interventions rooted in the science of reading embedded in the program help students build critical foundational skills while supporting all five pillars of reading: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Using a large portion of the SoRT grant, we will be able to secure up to 5,500 student licenses. Professional learning will able be provided for teachers to understand reports and support implementation of this online tutoring program.
Gap Analysis
During the 2022-2023 school year, 4,451 students in grades K-5 scored a Level 1 on the end of the year Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (F.A.S.T.) for English Language Arts. This number includes all public and elementary charter schools within Sarasota County.
Previous Outcomes
This is the first year using the Amira software.
Expected Outcomes
It is expected that participating students will have improved FAST reading scores in 2023-2024.
Strategic Plan Goal
Recommendation
That the approval of the contract with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for Amira Tutoring Program is approved as presented.
Contact Information
KELLY ELLINGTON kelly.ellington@sarasotacountyschools.net
JENNIFER MAINELLI jennifer.mainelli@sarasotacountyschools.net
RACHAEL O'DEA rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net
Financial Impact
$110,000.00 (Funded by the Science of Reading Tutoring (SoRT) Grant