The state that jumped from 49th to ninth nationally in reading is now guiding other states seeking literacy improvements.

At first, the seeds looked to eight-year-old Kelsei Douglas like eggs. She examined them, rolling the granules between her right index finger and the small concave of her left palm, and instead ...

Kids take SC READY tests in ELA and math at the end of each year between third and eight grade, and in science in fourth and ...

While studying salmon populations and designing amusement parks, these students are breaking barriers to advanced math that ...

"When it comes to the most foundational skill required for full participation in civic and economic life — the ability to ...

The upcoming Oklahoma legislative session gives us an opportunity to recommit to improvement in our public schools.

Angel Mokgokolo’s journey began in a foundation-phase classroom, equipped with curiosity and a piece of chalk. There, she ...

Extends literacy tutoring rates to all families while the state rolls out the Arkansas Literacy Tutoring Grant Program RUSSELLVILLE, Ark., Dec. 21, 2025 / PRZen / Arkansas is taking meaningful steps ...

States across the country are now looking to Mississippi for answers as they work to address ongoing literacy challenges.After Mississippi climbed from 49th to ninth in fourth-grade reading scores on ...

Illinois lowered its standards in 2025, but over half of third graders still couldn’t read at grade level. It’s a critical milestone. See how your students did. Even under loosened proficiency ...

Education news and commentary, delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for The 74 newsletter. With American schools facing a literacy crisis, the “Mississippi miracle” has become the poster child for ...

State data released Wednesday show 3.6% of third graders who took the 2025 IREAD did not pass and did not qualify for an exemption. (Pixabay) About 3,000 Indiana third graders are repeating the grade ...