The purpose of the RSS literacy instructional framework is to provide a blueprint that addresses district instructional priorities and describes action steps needed to achieve them in the classroom. The framework describes the infrastructure and supports that the district will provide with curriculum, instruction, and environment. As a result, literacy instruction in RSS will be of uniformly high quality and of sufficient quantity to make a measurable difference in achievement district-wide. Strong instructional leadership at all levels is essential for implementing, supporting, and sustaining a quality framework.