Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #261
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Submission Number: 261
Submission ID: 9113
Submission UUID: 2e20763e-7258-4151-bd30-6c3854c6bd1d
Submission URI: /student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal
Submission Update: /student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?token=1oAhqr2_xOQ_X4CF-l2lVGNDM--n2JkFK-Vv84082vk
Created: Mon, 02/16/2026 - 01:55 PM
Completed: Mon, 02/16/2026 - 02:16 PM
Changed: Wed, 04/15/2026 - 10:04 PM
Remote IP address: 173.17.193.113
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
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| Primary Student Contact First Name | Jessie |
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| Primary Student Contact Last Name | Newell |
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| Primary Student Contact FSU Student Email | jen24c@fsu.edu |
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| Major(s) of all individuals presenting this work | Elementary education |
| Bio of all individuals presenting this work | My name is Jessie Newell, and I was born and raised in Panama City, Florida. I am currently a paraprofessional pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, and I am passionate about creating supportive, encouraging learning environments for young students. I believe deeply in helping children grow into the best version of themselves, whether academically, socially, or personally, and I strive each day to inspire confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning. Working in the classroom has strengthened my commitment to equity, patience, and relationship‑building. I value the opportunity to support students as they take risks, discover their strengths, and develop the skills they need to thrive. My goal is always to meet students where they are and help them move forward with encouragement and high expectations. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending quality time with my friends and family, who are a constant source of joy and support. I also love experimenting in the kitchen, especially when I’m baking desserts to share with the people around me. These moments help me stay grounded, creative, and ready to bring my best self back to the classroom each day. |
| Poster Title | Developing Consonant Blends in English as a Second Language Learner |
| Abstract | Targeted phonics instruction in consonant blends improved a first‑grade English Language Learner’s ability to decode CCVC and CVCC words. Diagnostic data from the CORE Phonics Survey and additional assessments identified consonant blends as a specific area of need, leading to an intervention sequence that incorporated phonological awareness, blending practice, repeated readings, and encoding tasks. The student showed measurable growth, increasing correct initial blend readings from three to ten and final blend readings from three to five after instruction, demonstrating the effectiveness of focused, evidence‑based support. The project emphasizes the value of visuals, engaging activities, and precise diagnostic assessment when supporting the development of bilingual readers. |
| Research Mentor Name | Aimee Frier |
| Research Mentor's College (or High School) | Florida State University |
| Research Mentor's Department (or Subject) | Elementary Education |
| Research Mentor's Email | afrier@pc.fsu.edu |
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| Keywords | English Language Learners, Elementary Education, Phonics |
| Poster Session/Number | 10:00 Graduate and Undergraduate presentations |
| Work | Complete |
| Presentation Modality | Face to Face Poster session |
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| I will be printing my poster | Yes |
| Year | 2026 |
| Annual description | 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 |
| Update URL | https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=1oAhqr2_xOQ_X4CF-l2lVGNDM--n2JkFK-Vv84082vk |