Salazar Elementary  takes part in implementing a framework for teaching literacy called  Balanced Literacy  as part of their Reading program.  This framework is a flexible organizational tool for classroom teachers who want to engage students in a variety of literacy experiences and refine their teaching.  The components are: 

	Reading Aloud
	Shared Reading
	Guided Reading
	Independent Reading
	Shared Writing
	Interactive Writing
	Guided Writing or Writing Workshop
	Independent Writing and
	Word Study

Mrs. L. Martinez goes into the classrooms to assist teachers with the
components of the BLC program.  She also may co-teach a lesson or observe a lesson and offer suggestions.   As an Interventionist she works with students that need extra help with reading.  Reading strategies as well as other important reading skills are taught by Mrs. Martinez as she works with those students who may be struggling.