Standards & Frameworks Validation Committee: ELA

Purpose

To enhance student outcomes by addressing the diverse needs, abilities, and interests of all students through the alignment of standards and curricular resources.


Member Selection Process

The selected committee members represent a diverse group of educators, parents, and private citizens from across Maryland. Chosen through an application process based on grade-band needs, they bring varied backgrounds, expertise, and knowledge to the work of the SFVC.


Literacy Standards Committee

Alaina Mackell (Co-chair), Coordinator Literacy Programs and Initiatives at MSDE

Stephanie Dale (Co-chair), Coordinator Literacy Programs and Initiatives at MSDE

Nancy Perkins, Literacy Content Specialist at MSDE

Renee Hall (K-2), LEA Content Lead, Wicomico County

Katie Hilyard (3-5), Teacher, Hartford County

Elizabeth Matheny (9-12), LEA Content Lead, Frederick County

Holly Tower (9-12), Teacher, Somerset County

Loren Grimes (9-12), LEA Content Lead, Calvert County

Nicole Vasanth (K-2), Director of University Childcare Center, Towson University

Stephani Thompson (3-5), ELA Specialist, Carroll County

Brady Barnhart (6-8), Literacy Coordinator, Washington County

Olga Pabon (6-8), Middle School ELA Supervisor, Prince George’s County

Jason Flanagan (9-12), High School Literacy Coach, Prince George’s County

Renee Hesson (9-12), Secondary English Supervisor, Caroline County\


Meeting Dates

July 10, 2024

September 12, 2024

February 6, 2025

March 13, 2025

April 10, 2025

May 8, 2025



Meetings

Agenda


  • 2:30 - 2:35 p.m. – Welcome and Opening Remarks

  • 2:35 - 2:50 p.m. – Introductions

  • 2:50 - 3:15 p.m. – Purpose of Committee

  • 3:15 - 3:30 p.m. – Q&A

  • 3:30 p.m. – Adjourn