Illinois Republican state Rep. Dan Ugaste is addressing a significant literacy issue affecting students in the state, with alarming statistics showing that only 30% of fourth graders are reading at grade level.
• Illinois ranks 29th in the nation for fourth-grade reading proficiency, with just 30% meeting standards.
• Ugaste highlights the detrimental impact of school closures during the pandemic on early learners' development.
• Research indicates third and fourth grades are critical for student growth, affecting future employment and earnings.
• Ugaste encourages parents to take action by engaging with local legislators and school boards concerning educational content and focus.
• He advocates for the repeal of state mandates to give local schools and parents more control over curriculum decisions.
• The Invest in Kids program, which provided scholarships for low-income families to attend private schools, expired in 2023.
Ugaste's message emphasizes parental involvement and the need for local decision-making in education to combat the literacy crisis facing Illinois students.
https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_d91c7486-7950-4db0-8004-b1eff240b65c.html
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