Requires training of teachers in dyslexia identification

Summary

The bill adds a new rule that any teacher seeking a K‑5 certification or renewal must complete training on how to identify dyslexia. The state commissioner will set the regulations and require the training be provided by the Center for Dyslexia and Dysgraphia, which will define curriculum standards, training hours, provider qualifications, and proof of completion. The goal is to improve early detection of dyslexia in New York schools.

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