How does the NJDOE work collaboratively with the low performing districts and schools to observe instruction and make recommendations?
Literacy Assessment Teams (LATs), comprised of local district and NJ Department of Education personnel, led by Fred Carrigg, Assistant to the Commissioner for Urban Literacy, visit schools to provide direct assistance. The Literacy Assessment Teams conduct a deep analysis of student achievement data; review comprehensive reading programs and the structures for the provision of services; analyze student assessments, and assist in building school and district level professional development plans. Department personnel also provide professional development directly to the district.
