Hilarion Martinez, principal of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, will discuss Literacy By 3, a district wide initiative which aims to have every child reading at or above grade level by the end of third grade. The program is based in guided reading, independent reading and teacher-facilitated read-alouds at the elementary level and in varying proven strategies for secondary students. Martinez will discuss Literacy By 3’s strong emphasis on school readiness for preschool children and professional development to improve teacher effectiveness in K-3 grades. This is the first episode of weekly segments that will run through May.

What: Weekly “Educalos” segment on Univision KXLN Ch.45

When: Saturday, August 2, at 5:00 p.m. newscast

Where: Univision KXLN Channel 45

Why: “Educalos” previously called “Educalos, es el momento” is the result of a partnership with HISD and Univision 45 to inform the Hispanic community about the importance of education.  The Spanish-language segment airs once a week during Univision’s 5 p.m. newscast on KXLN Channel 45.  The segment features important school updates, programs and initiatives involving students, teachers, administrators, parents and the community.  The goal is to provide essential information about education and ultimately help students thrive academically.

The program host is HISD Senior Writer for Media Relations Mariana Pineda Navarro. Navarro joined HISD in May after spending 10 years as a news reporter for Univision. The Baylor University grad has also worked for Telemundo and ABC.