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Spring 2025 

Welcome to the ESC Region 11 English Language Arts and Reading newsletter. This quarterly newsletter, hosted by the ELAR team, provides up-to-date information on all professional development sessions and strategy spotlights. 

Reflecting on Progress, Embracing New Opportunities

As the year winds down and winter settles in, we’re reflecting on the incredible progress made and the exciting opportunities ahead. At the heart of this work is our ELAR team, dedicated to empowering educators and supporting literacy excellence across our campuses. Our team is passionate about: Equipping educators with evidence-based tools and strategies to foster strong literacy foundations. Collaborating with schools to design impactful professional development and implement sustainable practices. Together, we can empower every learner to thrive. Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for all you do to inspire readers and writers every day!

Professional Development

Professional Development Spotlights

Strategy and Resource Spotlights

Science of Reading Podcast for Secondary ELAR Teachers

Brittany Kosumsuriya, M.Ed.

Secondary ELAR Instructional
Content Specialist
bkosumsuriya@esc11.net
817.740.3699

Erin Abernathy

Elementary ELAR Instructional
Content Specialist
eabernathy@esc11.net
817.740.7582

Kimberly Smith

Elementary ELAR Instructional
Content Specialist
kimberly.smith@esc11.net
817.740.7702

Dr. Jennifer Garica, Ed.D.

Instructional Content Specialist: Texas Reading Initiative 6-12 
jgarcia@esc11.net
817.740.7583

Rhonda Bell-Wallace, M.Ed.

Instructional Content Specialist: Texas Reading Initiative K-5 
rbell-wallace@esc11.net
817.740.7643