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OK SB841
Bill
AI Summary
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Certification in early childhood, elementary, or special education requires successful completion of a comprehensive reading instruction assessment effective July 1, 2025
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Reading screening purpose expanded to identify students with characteristics of dyslexia that lead to or cause reading difficulty, in addition to identifying reading deficiencies
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Student Reading Proficiency Teams may now include an individual with advanced training or specialization in literacy instruction as an alternative to a certified reading specialist
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Adjuncts teaching early childhood, elementary, and special education must receive science of reading training alongside teachers, and those applying for adjunct positions must complete instruction in the science of reading
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Statewide Literacy Revolving Fund expanded to support science of reading training and micro-credentials in early childhood education, elementary education, and special education teacher preparation programs
Legislative Description
Strong Readers Act; modifying use of Statewide Literacy Revolving Fund; modifying requirement for teacher preparation program students to complete certain training. Effective date. Emergency.
Last Action
Approved by Governor 05/23/2025
5/27/2025