Elementary English Language Arts
Thank you for being patient as we update our Elementary ELA website.
The vision of Elementary ELA in Canyons District is founded in the Science of Reading. Students in Canyons Elementary Schools learn to communicate ideas effectively. Instruction includes the four modalities of literacy: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will develop critical thinking skills using text, rigorous tasks, discourse and writing. In grades K-3 foundational reading is quintessential and establishes the base for literacy.
Instruction
Resources and Supports for planning and implementing the Standards
Professional Learning Resources
24-25 writing PD and all 25-26 materials will also be available
Wonders Writing Rubrics
Used for Process writing of opinion/argumentative, informative, and narrative pieces
Reading Universe
ready-to-use teaching strategies, in-classroom videos, interviews with teachers and reading experts, and more
Canvas Catalog
Professional Learning Opportunities
RISE Writing Rubrics
Used for On Demand Writing
Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
- 95percent All 95% materials including Phonics Core, Multisyllable Routine Cards (4-5), Blending Routine, and the Phonics Lesson Library can be accessed through the One95 Platform accessed through ClassLink.
- Wonders curriculum, students access the McGraw-Hill portal with ClassLink. Teachers use their canyonsdistrict.org email credentials and click on “Forgot Password” to set up their user identity.
- Software programs for ELA are loaded with single sign-on through ClassLink.
Sharing classes with Special Educators or Dual Language Immersion classes is needed with the Wonders McGraw-Hill platform. Use this how-to explanation to set up a shared class account and then toggle between classes as needed.
Specialists are always here to help you. You are welcome to contact Leigh Ann Fisher or Bernice Allen.
There is also a Canvas Course on the Canvas Catalog where you can find helpful videos, content and support.
Our Elementary ELA Team
Bernice Allen
Elementary ELA Specialist
Email:
bernice.allen
Waterford UPSTART
Give Your Child a Strong Start in School with Waterford Upstart
Canyons School District has partnered with Waterford Upstart to provide our PreK children with an on-demand early learning program that gives you tools, coaching, and resources so you can prepare your child for a bright future.
Program Benefits:
Tailored software with fun and engaging lessons in reading, math, and science that are done in just fifteen minutes a day
Personalized family coaching and easy-to-use resources that support the work you’re already doing with your child
A computer and internet access for those who qualify
Who Can Participate: Children entering kindergarten in Fall 2026
How to Apply: Visit signup.waterford.org/CanyonsSchoolDistrict25 or call 1-888-982-9898
