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OLDTOWN — Idaho Hill Elementary received a $500 grant from the Priest River/Newport Rotary Club to support reading intervention efforts for students who need additional help developing foundational literacy skills.
The funding was used to purchase materials from the University of Florida Literacy Institute, a research-based reading intervention program designed to strengthen phonics, decoding and foundational reading skills for struggling learners. The materials provide structured lessons and consistent instructional strategies that teachers can use to support students who need targeted reading support.
Since implementing the UFLI materials, Idaho Hill Elementary staff have already begun to see encouraging results.
“I believe the consistency and clear instructional strategies within the UFLI program have contributed to improvements in student reading performance and confidence,” Idaho Hill Principal Loretta Glazier said. “Early data from reading assessments shows promising growth among students receiving intervention support.”
The Priest River/ Newport Rotary Club has long been a strong supporter of education and community initiatives throughout the area. Their continued investment in local schools helps ensure that students have access to resources that strengthen learning and open doors for future success.
School leaders emphasize that partnerships like this play an important role in helping schools meet the needs of all learners.
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“I am using UFLI in my classroom and have recognized a change in my students’ abilities with the consistent use. I am thankful for the Rotary’s Club partnership with our schools,” second-grade teacher Nancy Gregory said. “I received a grant from them this year as well to purchase cubicles where my students place their personal items.”
