Legislation seeks to change public school’s reading curriculum [Video]

LANSING, Mich. — Legislation aimed at improving reading outcomes for Michigan’s students is set to become law.

Senate Bills 567 and 568 passed with bipartisan support in both the Michigan Senate and House last week and will now head to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk.

“Today’s commonsense, bipartisan package will allow teachers and tutors to use proven science of reading strategies to improve literacy. It will also strengthen professional development for our educators and more support and screening for dyslexia and other learning challenges,” Whitmer wrote in a statement after the bills were passed.

The legislation, first introduced in October of 2023, will change how reading is taught in public schools as well as create a comprehensive dyslexia screening program for students.

The new teaching methods, which would be implemented by the beginning …