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California Literacy Training Grounded in the Science of Reading
Discover IMSE's Impact across California
IMSE helps California educators deliver evidence-based literacy instruction that gets results. More than 800 California schools and districts and over 14,000 educators trust IMSE structured literacy training to improve reading outcomes. With AB 1454 reinforcing the need for high-quality professional development, now is the time to invest in research-backed literacy training that supports educators and students.
IMSE has decades of experience supporting California schools and districts with structured literacy professional development. Our training equips educators with practical, classroom-ready strategies rooted in the science of reading. California districts partner with IMSE to build instructional consistency, strengthen educator practice, and improve literacy outcomes across classrooms.
Evidence-Based Structured Literacy Aligned with California Literacy Legislation
Whether your district is just beginning its structured literacy journey or looking to deepen implementation, IMSE provides the professional learning pathways, coaching, and support educators need to confidently deliver science-of-reading instruction in every classroom.
California districts that partner with IMSE gain more than a training program — they gain a long-term professional development partner committed to instructional consistency, educator confidence, and measurable student growth. From initial training to ongoing coaching and certification, IMSE supports districts at every stage of their literacy transformation.
California Literacy Webinar On-Demand
What AB 1454 and AB 121 Mean for Your District
This webinar explains how AB 1454 and AB 121 impact literacy instruction, professional development, and funding across California. District leaders and educators gain clarity on legislative requirements and learn how structured literacy training supports compliance while improving student reading outcomes.
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The California Department of Education Spotlighted Central School District
The California Department of Education highlighted Central School District for its reading gains following implementation of IMSE structured literacy training. This recognition demonstrates how evidence-based professional development supports district literacy goals and leads to measurably improved student achievement.
Science of Reading. Fresno Strong.
IMSE is an approved professional development vendor for Fresno Community Schools, providing structured literacy training grounded in the science of reading. Through this partnership, Fresno educators access high-quality professional learning that strengthens instructional practice and supports district-wide literacy success.
IMSE's CERI-endorsed OG+ and Morphology+ courses equip Fresno educators with proven strategies to improve foundational reading skills — from phonemic awareness and phonics to fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. These courses are designed to fit the real demands of classroom teaching while building the deep instructional knowledge that lasts.
As an approved vendor, IMSE works alongside Fresno district leaders to align professional development with school improvement goals, ensuring that literacy training translates directly into stronger classroom outcomes for every student.
Earn Graduate Credit for Your IMSE Training
IMSE courses are approved for graduate credits through Ashland University and Northwest Nazarene University (NNU), both regionally accredited institutions. Credits are a practical way for California educators to advance professionally while supporting AB 1454 compliance goals.
ESSA-Aligned Evidence-Based Literacy Training
IMSE holds ESSA Evidence Badges demonstrating alignment with the Every Student Succeeds Act and the strength of our research base. These badges reflect IMSE's commitment to delivering structured literacy professional development supported by rigorous evidence, giving California schools and districts confidence that IMSE training meets the highest standards for effectiveness and accountability.
Districts seeking to satisfy ESSA Tier I–III evidence requirements for professional development funding will find that IMSE's training portfolio is built on a foundation of peer-reviewed research, independent outcome studies, and real-world results across hundreds of districts nationwide.
When California districts invest in IMSE training, they're investing in professional development that doesn't just feel good — it's proven to work. Explore our full research library to see the evidence behind every program we offer.
There is so much learning and professional growth in the OG training. It makes you want to go back to when you first started teaching and do things right! When you know better, you do better!”
IMSE IN ACTION
The Literacy Transformation at Cucamonga School District
After implementing IMSE training, Cucamonga School District saw double-digit increases in the percentage of proficient readers within one school year. The district continues to expand structured literacy professional learning across K–8 classrooms to sustain growth and improve literacy outcomes for all students.
Cucamonga School District Case Study
2400+
STUDENTS
150
EDUCATORS
4
SCHOOLS
In its search for a solution that would address big literacy challenges quickly, Cucamonga School District found IMSE. Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade all saw meaningful gains in the percentage of readers at or above grade level within a single school year — a testament to what consistent, evidence-based professional development can accomplish.
21%
Average Increase in Reading Proficiency from 2022 to 2023
Readers At or Above Grade Level
For more information about the success of Cucamonga School District, read the full case study.
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