PLD Teacher literacy resources and training

I was disappointed because I had hoped I’d leave knowing how to implement PLD (we’re moving to PLD next year for consistency across the school)
Our presenter was very knowledgeable and I enjoyed listening to what she had to say. However, as a teacher who isn’t familiar with the program, I needed to know how it is to be implemented. The theory is a given - and WA being behind, we know all too well - so I was hoping for practical info about getting started. I now still need to find the relevant manuals and look it all up, what to do, what to buy etc. I was unfortunately confused.
Lastly, without being picky, the parking was so problematic, it made for an extremely stressful day. I have given my colleagues the heads up with travel!

The structure of presentation was very confusing. Needed explantaion of overall program structure, components, navigation and products first. Less on theory more on how. How was rushed because of time spent on theory. Most people that attend know theory that's why they attend. I left more confused than before I went.

Really enjoyed the experience, nice to know I am on the right track and the little things I need to tweak.

Very informative PLD professional learning sessions. Engaging learning experience from Caitlin Brandt. Thank you.

Chiara was a wonderful and passionate presenter. My only negative was the seating, it was so close I felt I could not sit comfortably without touching the person next to me

I was a bit intimidated, looking at our school PLD resources and not knowing what to do with them. After attending a face to face seminar, I have come away with so much knowledge and a plan of attack! I can't wait to see my students' progression through the program. I definitely feel it will be a good fit once modified slightly for my non-verbal students.

Very knowledgeable presenter. Could answer all our questions and was checking in all day to make sure we understood all we were learning and to answer our questions.

Chiara gave a wonderful presentation. It was reassuring to hear what we were doing was best practice. Thank you!

A great PD with lots of information to help you implement PLD successfully within your class or school!

I have learnt so much from attending PLD seminars and using the resources over many years. Following the PLD teaching sequences will get your students on the right track to become successful readers and spellers. We are currently learning to use the cloud based spelling tracking. Diana has been so generous with her support at getting my teaching team on track and helping us understand how to use and respond to the data. Diana, you are an outstanding leader in this area. I believe in the PLD program and have seen first hand the growth in the skills of my students by following this approach.

As a speech pathologist I love the PLD products. There are so many resources and training options to choose from! Very well structured, great graphics and using evidence based approaches that incorporate knowledge from a range of professionals such as speech pathologists, occupational therapists and teachers. Great service, a fabulous organisation dedicated to supporting students and teachers in building better literacy for Australian children. Thank you PLD!

Really enjoyed the PL. Diana is thoroughly engaging and the resources reflect current "best practise". Resources including the systemic phonics program and evidence based approaches to teaching oral language. Thanks Diana!

After placing our school order online late on Wednesday, we received our goods via normal mail on Monday. At each stage of the order, we were provided with updates as to when our goods would arrive. Our staff really enjoy the prescriptive process of PLD's Spelling program.

Loved, loved loved the course fir year 3,4,5 and 6. As an SNEA, I often get stuck with ideas on narratives. Having the level system explained and so many wonderful ideas and ways to assist my students. Di is also very generous with her time to help give ideas.

The team at PLD are marvellous, they are always so accomodating and take the time to listen to requests for information. The books we have purchased are such an asset to our literacy program and we are so grateful for the excellent products PLD are producing.

After placing our school order online late on Wednesday, we received our goods via normal mail on Monday. At each stage of the order, we were provided with updates as to when our goods would arrive. Our staff really enjoy the prescriptive process of PLD's Spelling program.

Love the Phonic Sight Word Sequence book I got from PLD a few months ago. I teach Year 3 and I have already seen an improvement in my students since starting this program at the beginning of the term. I highly recommend it!

I attended a seminar here earlier this year. The information was extremely relevant to my situation and gave me so many useful tools that I have already started implementing with much success.
Favourite book - Alphabet and Early Phonics!