Historic Literacy and Dyslexia Legislation Signed by Michigan Governor
On October 10, 2024, Michigan’s Governor, Gretchen Whitmer signed new legislation aimed at enhancing literacy and supporting students with dyslexia. This is a landmark initiative that has a commitment to improving reading skills for all students, especially those who face challenges associated with dyslexia.
These newly enacted bipartisan laws include comprehensive training requirements for educators, ensuring they have the knowledge and tools needed to effectively assist students with dyslexia. This legislation also requires the development of specialized interventions and resources that are tailored to support students with literacy disabilities.
One major component of the new legislation is the establishment of a screening program for dyslexia to help identify students who are at risk early on, which in turn will result in timely intervention. This is important because research has shown that early intervention is critical in children’s literacy journeys.
Overall, this legislation aims to boost literacy rates across the state as well as foster an inclusive educational environment that allows all students to succeed. With these reforms, Michigan will hopefully set a powerful example for how research-based literacy programs can transform education outcomes.
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