Are second graders equipped to take third grade reading tests next year?

Part of the 'Strong Readers Act' includes the implementation of second graders taking third-grade reading tests, beginning ...
KSL

Should Utah third graders struggling with reading be held back a year?

SALT LAKE CITY — Third grade is a defining period in a child's educational development. Many say it's that pivotal academic year when a young student shifts from "learning to read" to "reading to ...
Los Angeles Times

A new bold plan aims to help more Mississippi third-graders read on grade level

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Jackson Public Schools launched a program to boost third-grade reading proficiency. Educators discovered that ...
KSL

Good idea? Bad idea? How Utahns are feeling about holding back third graders struggling with reading

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Gov. Spencer Cox believes it's time to take action as almost half of the state's third graders are reportedly reading below minimum proficiency levels. First, said Cox, more ...