Workshop Description

The Year 1 Phonics Screening Check (PSC) is mandated in all CESA Diocesan schools in 2021, with Separately Governed Schools strongly encouraged to participate.  

The PSC is a 5–7-minute assessment for children in Year 1. The check is undertaken with children 1:1 by their class teacher. It is a diagnostic tool used to provide information about how students in Term 3 of Year 1 are progressing in Phonics and Word Knowledge as per the Australian Curriculum.

AITSL National Professional Standards for Teachers Include

Standard 1: Know students and how they learn
Standard 2: Know the content and how to teach it
Standard 3: Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning
Standard 5: Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning

Facilitators: Tracey Grice and Tony Hole - System Coaches, Literacy

Workshop Enquiries: sarah.wight@cesa.catholic.edu.au / T: 8301 6181

Registration Enquiries: adeline.mcloughlin@cesa.catholic.edu.au

Deadline for Registration: Thursday 15 July 2021