Many secondary students struggle with reading and writing due to gaps in foundational literacy skills. This session focuses on practical strategies for identifying and addressing these gaps in secondary classrooms. Participants will learn how to assess and teach key skills such as phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, and vocabulary development while integrating these into grade-level content. With a focus on actionable techniques, participants will leave equipped to support struggling readers and ensure all students build the foundational skills needed for academic success.