NM PED 2026 Literacy and Humanities Summer Conference

This engaging session bridges the gap between spelling assessment and high-impact instruction that leads to lasting student learning. You will explore how to use screening, diagnostic, and formative assessments to uncover student spelling strengths, analyze errors, and plan targeted instruction.

The session features real classroom examples demonstrating how to move from data analysis to informing your instructional decisions. You will discover strategies for creating a responsive instructional cycle where ongoing assessment informs your daily teaching and accelerates student progress. You will walk away with research-backed practices that ensure spelling instruction sticks with your students, transforming assessment from a periodic task into a powerful tool for academic success.