Education; dyslexia screenings; increasing when screenings are given for certain students; requiring the Department of Education to notify parents of the option to request dyslexia screening; effective date.
Second Reading referred to Education
Summary
The bill mandates that any kindergarten through third‑grade student who does not meet reading targets after state assessments be screened for dyslexia. It also requires the Oklahoma Department of Education to notify parents that they may request a screening at any time. The State Board of Education must create policies, approve screening tools, and collect annual data, while the Department provides training and reports to the governor and legislature.
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