Star Tribune 10.10.24 “Johnson: Boost literacy levels for Minnesota students”

Our state shouldn’t accept its current concerning rates of reading proficiency.

Reading is fundamental. Learning to read well by the third grade can make or break a student’s future success. Indeed, reading is the key to unlocking the door to almost all learning.

So it’s hugely concerning that only about 40% of Minneapolis Public School (MPS) students were deemed proficient in reading this year and that significant disparities still persist between white students and students of color, according to the most recent statewide test scores. … Read More on Star Tribune Website