Mrs. Marisa will lead phonics instruction for our Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students using two programs. The University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) focuses on building essential reading skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. This evidence-based approach provides structured, systematic instruction to create a strong reading foundation for academic success. For preschool and kindergarten, Mrs. Marisa will also use Tara West Guided Phonics + Beyond to build a strong foundation by teaching letters and their sounds in a clear, step-by-step way. Through fun activities and hands-on practice, kids learn to recognize letters and connect them to sounds. The program makes early literacy engaging and confidence-building as children discover the joy of learning to read. Her expertise in phonics ensures that our students receive a well-rounded, engaging educational experience. Her dedication to fostering a love for learning, combined with her ability to connect with each child, makes her an invaluable resource for supporting academic growth and building strong foundational skills in our students. 

Practicing our letter tracing!

Building fine‑motor strength as we cut and sort pictures that begin with the letters C and D.

Strengthening phonemic awareness through a UFLI auditory drill, writing each sound we hear.