Strong Readers Act; references; legislative findings; reading screenings; reading intervention plans; reading deficiencies; mandatory third grade retention; good cause exemptions; request process; intensive reading intervention; acceleration class; reporting requirements; summer academy programs; teacher training requirements; literacy instructional team; revolving fund; donations; emergency.

Summary

The Strong Readers Act requires all K‑3 students to be screened for reading skills three times each year and to receive targeted intervention if they fall behind. Students who do not meet grade‑level reading standards by the end of third grade must be retained, unless a school board grants a good‑cause exemption. The bill also bans the three‑cueing (balanced literacy) model and adds requirements for teacher training, summer reading academies, and a literacy support fund.

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