First Grade Families,

This year your child will be using Lexia Reading Core5, a fun computer-based program that has helped millions of students.  the activities in core5 support and build on our classroom curriculum and focus on developing reading skills in six areas:  phonological awareness, phonics, structural analysis, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension.

Here's how Lexia reading Core5 works:

• Your child begins core5 at a starting point that fits his or her needs and works in online actvities through out the week.
• Online activities include direct instruction and feedback as your child learns new skills
• Progress and performance in the program is reported so teachers can provide help when needed.
• Paper and pencil activities can also be used for practice.
• Achievement certifcate may be sent home to celebrate success and to show progress in the program.

I hope you share in my excitement for this program.

Here is how to use Lexia reading Core5 t home.  Getting started is easy!

1.   To use a computer, go to www.lexiacore5.com
2.   To use an iPad, mini, or Android tablet, download the free Lexia Reding Core5 app  from the App store of the Google Play store.  (The app will not work on Kindle)
3. the first time your child uses Core5, you may need to enter the teacher email shown below.  Your child can then log in with the username and password used at school and listed below.
   1.  Teacher Email (set up only): dcox@pasdedu.org
   2.  User Name:  (first initial of first name followed by the last name) EX: dcox (Debra Cox)
   3.  Password: gators
4. It is important that your child works without any help while using Core5.  all of the work your child does at home is recorded and reported to school.  this way, teachers can see when help is needed and provide additional instruction at school.
5. If you have a question, contact me.