Adolescent Literacy Professional Development

The District of Columbia’s Office of the State Superintendent of Education is forecasting a contract opportunity to deliver professional development focused on adolescent literacy for educators and instructional leaders serving English Learners and students with limited or interrupted formal education. This initiative aims to equip teachers with evidence-based strategies to support the unique linguistic, academic, and socio-emotional needs of these learners in secondary school settings. The training will emphasize scalable, culturally responsive pedagogies that build reading, writing, and critical thinking skills while addressing the gaps in prior educational experiences. The contract is part of the District's broader commitment to educational equity and literacy achievement among underserved student populations. While specific details such as funding levels, duration, or eligibility criteria have not yet been released, the forecast indicates that qualified vendors or providers will be selected to design, implement, and evaluate comprehensive professional learning programs for district educators. All work is expected to be performed within the District of Columbia, and interested parties should monitor the official procurement portal for future solicitation documents as the opportunity advances toward formal bidding.