Early Literacy RtI Tier 1

Tier 1 Link to this section

In Tier 1, all students receive instruction aligned to the California State Standards.

For information regarding Tier 1 Phonics, Reading, and Writing Instruction access Instructional Guides provided by the Curriculum & Instruction Division.

 

In Tier 1, teachers use Star Assessments to make data informed decisions, design instruction, and accelerate student learning.

View the K-2 District Assessment Plan for more details.

For more information regarding that administration of K-2 District Assessments and embedded universal screener please go to the Achievement Assessments Office website

NEW K-2 Early Reading Screening for 2025-26 Link to this section

Beginning in 2025–2026, students in kindergarten, grade one, and grade two must be screened for risk of reading difficulties. Education Code Section 53008

The California Department of Education has shared a list of 3 reading screeners approved by the Reading Difficulties Risk Screener Selection Panel:

  1. Multitudes
  2. DIBELS
  3. Amira

A Reading Screening is used to :

  • Identify students who may be at risk of reading difficulties, including dyslexia.
  • Implement a school’s comprehensive instructional strategy.
  • Provide information for parents and educators to discuss student needs in a more informed way.
  • Inform supports and services for students with reading difficulties

Learn more about the administration, reports, and instructional supports for each of the CDE approved screeners via this Reading Screening Info Sheet.

Share your feedback, questions, and suggestions at: bit.ly/K-2ReadingScreeningFeedback

Contact the RtI team at rti@sfusd.edu

This page was last updated on February 12, 2025