EdSourceToday OP t1_j9l1wem wrote on February 22, 2023 at 7:24 PM

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As I mentioned, the state is agnostic on curriculums. However, Gov. Newsom has proposed $ 1 million for a "Literacy Roadmap" to guide teachers and the school board. The bill expanding on it specifically mentions the science of reading and the five key elements of sound reading instruction. This will move the state closer to taking a clear and concise position on effective instruction. It will not be a mandate, however. We'll see what it looks like a year from now.

You can read our literacy coverage here: https://edsource.org/2022/californias-reading-dilemma/672845

BillC318 t1_j9lht46 wrote on February 22, 2023 at 9:01 PM

Good to see the governor engaged in the issue as the moribund state education leadership is totally lost in a fog! If you know what I mean. Maybe it involves kickbacks from publishers. It wouldn’t be the first time!.

BillC318 t1_j9lix8k wrote on February 22, 2023 at 9:08 PM

I read all of your well done coverage!