An early literacy bill includes several strategies designed to boost reading skills in K-3 students — including retention.

While the Michigan Department of Education leaders praised improvements made by students in some grades in reading and math on the state test, the state's third graders continued to slide in reading ...

The proposal is part of the Nebraska governor's education focus this legislative session, and it has federal support.

GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - Reading state test scores released from the Mississippi Department of Education show momentum continuing to build across the state. 85% of third graders passed the third-grade ...

The first major moment in a child’s schooling — what many educators call the "make-or-break" year for literacy — is third grade. By the end of third grade, students are expected to transition from ...

Literacy Now is once again hosting its annual Houston Reads Day and is looking for volunteers to take just 20 minutes out of ...

A third grade reading and retention law took effect for Tennessee public school children in 2023. Students must meet a state reading benchmark or take extra steps to avoid being held back. Three full ...

Indiana third graders’ reading proficiency improved at a record-breaking rate in 2025, putting students’ scores on par with pre-pandemic levels. Statewide, 87.3% of third graders scored proficient on ...

This article is part of Bright Spots, The 74’s series highlighting schools where every child learns to read, no matter their zip code. Explore the Bright Spots map to find out which schools are ...