Whitmer makes ‘science of reading’ training mandatory for Michigan teachers

Michigan is stepping up its efforts to boost literacy by making the "science of reading" training mandatory for all elementary school teachers. This initiative comes amid concerns over low literacy test scores, aiming to equip educators with proven methods to improve reading skills. By mandating this specialized training, the state hopes to enhance early reading proficiency and address the persistent issue of reading struggles among students, ultimately impacting future academic success and lifelong learning abilities.