For Teachers and Administrators

Multitudes Free Webinars 2026‑27
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This video introduces the Multitudes literacy screener, including its purpose, how it supports early identification of reading needs, and its focus on equitable assessment for multilingual learners.

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Training & Professional Development

Our teacher training programs, co‑hosted by Multitudes Professional Development Lead Mariah Pospisil and the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE), resume each autumn. Below you’ll find the full schedule of free webinars for the 2026‑27 school year, including screening essentials and interpreting results. All sessions are delivered live via Zoom with alternating afternoon start times for your convenience.

On hold for summer — STAY TUNED
Screening Essentials and Interpreting Screener Results
Summer break

Fall 2026: Screening Essentials for Grades 1–2

August–October 2026 | Wednesday afternoons every other week, alternating between 1 pm and 3 pm Pacific Time. Presented by Mariah Pospisil and the Multitudes team, co‑hosted by the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE).

Date Time Registration link
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 1 pm Register
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 3 pm Register
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 1 pm Register
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 3 pm Register
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 1 pm Register
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 3 pm Register
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 3 pm Register

Fall 2026: Interpreting Multitudes Results for Grades 1–2

November–December 2026 | Wednesday afternoons every other week, alternating between 1 pm and 3 pm Pacific Time. Presented by Mariah Pospisil in partnership with the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE).

Date Time Registration link
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 3 pm Register
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 1 pm Register
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 3 pm Register

Winter 2026–27: Screening Essentials for Kindergarten

December 2026–January 2027 | Wednesday afternoons every other week, alternating between 1 pm and 3 pm Pacific Time. Presented by Mariah Pospisil in partnership with the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE).

Date Time Registration link
Wednesday, December 9, 2026 3 pm Register
Wednesday, January 13, 2027 1 pm Register
Wednesday, January 27, 2027 3 pm Register

Spring 2027 Sessions: Interpreting Multitudes Results (Grades K–2 & Multilingual)

February–May 2027 | Wednesday afternoons every other week at 3 pm Pacific Time. Presented by Mariah Pospisil in partnership with the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE). Sessions alternate focus between grade levels and multilingual learners.

Date Focus Registration link
Wednesday, February 10, 2027 Grades 1–2 results Register
Wednesday, February 24, 2027 Kindergarten results Register
Wednesday, March 10, 2027 Multilingual learners Register
Wednesday, March 24, 2027 Grades 1–2 results Register
Wednesday, April 7, 2027 Kindergarten results Register
Wednesday, April 21, 2027 Multilingual learners Register
Wednesday, May 5, 2027 Kindergarten results Register
Wednesday, May 19, 2027 Multilingual learners Register

Office Hours & Online Assistance

The Sacramento County Office of Education holds monthly office hours for Reading Difficulties Risk Screener implementation. Multitudes Office Hours follow SCOE’s monthly sessions.

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Our School Success team is available during business hours to provide technical assistance and implementation support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of Multitudes?
The Multitudes screener and foundational training are available at no cost to California public schools and public charter schools. Optional additional training is available at a minimal cost.
What are the steps to adopt Multitudes?
Register your interest and our team will guide your LEA through setup and provide a Terms and Conditions document for authorization.
What grade levels can use Multitudes?
Multitudes offers assessments for grades K–2 in English and Spanish, with instructional resources also appropriate for upper elementary students needing literacy support.
Can we screen more than once a year?
Multitudes is designed for once‑per‑year screening per language. Bilingual students may be screened once in each language.
How do students interact with the screener?
Multitudes is administered one‑to‑one, with engaging characters guiding the child. Administrators mark responses, ensure comprehension, and encourage participation.
Can Multitudes be used in an active classroom?
We recommend a quiet space. Headphones help if ambient noise may distract the student.
How is the screening language selected?
The Administration Manual includes a Screener Language Matrix to guide selection based on a child’s primary language and your instructional model.
What are the technical requirements?
Use two internet‑connected devices—one for the student and one for the administrator—with updated Chrome or Safari browsers and stable Wi‑Fi.