Tier 1 Link to this section
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:
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
Questions? Link to this section
Contact the RtI team at rti@sfusd.edu
This page was last updated on February 12, 2025