THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 31, 2026 Page 13 BILL | FROM PAGE 4 and teachers.” “Reading is a critical skill for students of all levels and is especially important for children in the early years of their education,” said Representative Donato. “This new evidence-based learning model will serve as a phenomenal option for teachers in their classrooms to ensure student success in reading comprehension.” “Reading is the foundation for academic success and lifelong learning, and every child deserves access to high-quality instruction that gives them the opportunity to thrive,” said Representative Ultrino. “By establishing evidence-based literacy standards and strengthening support for educators, this legislation will help ensure that more students develop the reading skills they need to succeed in school and beyond.” “As someone who has dedicated her professional career to education practice, law, and policy, I’m thrilled to support legislation that will ensure students across the Commonwealth are taught to read with science-based instruction,” said Representative Lipper-Garabedian. “Today, a low-income elementary school student in Mississippi – the poorest state in the nation – outperforms her Massachusetts counterpart in reading proficiency. Mississippi’s success is directly attributable to that state’s decision to FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT reform its student literacy law more than one decade ago. With this bill, the Massachusetts legislature likewise recognizes the imperative of addressing troubling trends in reading proficiency rates that predate the COVID-19 pandemic and delivering the education our students deserve to put them on pathways to success.” The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is directed to create and maintain a list of high-quality early literacy curricula for school districts to select from. This ensures educators use effective curricula yet leaves schools the flexibility (including a temporary waiver process) to select the curriculum best suited for their community’s needs. To support school districts with implementation, the legislation requires DESE to develop a high-quality, comprehensive K-3 early literacy curriculum to be made available to school districts at no charge. The legislation also supports educators by requiring DESE to provide tools and resources that help school districts offer professional development that is aligned with evidence-based reading curricula for teachers, paraprofessionals and reading specialists. It requires at least twice-yearly assessments to gauge every young learner’s reading progress and requires schools to contact a parent or guardian within 30 days if a student APARTMENTS FOR RENT www.mastrocola.com American Exterior and Window Corporation Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities. Call Jeff or Bob Toll Free: 1-888-744-1756 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT The Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 WE REMOVE EVERYTHING! * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 617-699-1782 / www.americanexteriorma.com Windows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More! All estimates, consultations or inspections completed by MA licensed supervisors. *Over 50 years experience. *Better Business Bureau Membership. Insured and Registered Complete Financing Available. No Money Down. has fallen significantly behind benchmarks and to propose a plan to support the student. It also formalizes dyslexia and literacy screening requirements by requiring schools to develop protocols for identifying potential neurological learning disabilities. Many school districts in Massachusetts have already switched to evidence-based early literacy curricula with assistance from the $35 million that the legislature provided for the state’s Literacy Launch program. To continue tracking progress, the law requires DESE to collect, aggregate and publish annual statewide data on districts’ use of literacy curricula and instructional practices. BUDGET SERVICES RUBBISH REMOVAL * Interior-Exterior Demolition Bathroom/Kitchen/Decks, Etc. * All Types of Debris Removed * Pick-up Truck Load of Trash starting at $239. ~ Licensed & Insured ~ Call (978) 494-3443 Clean-Outs! We take and dispose from cellars, attics, garages, yards, etc. Call Robert at: 781-844-0472 Steps Stoops Rebuilt or Repaired Chimney Rebuilt or Repaired House Foundation Leaks Repaired All Basement Repairs Walkways, Driveways & Patios Installed Chimney Inspection Roofing & Siding Installed Masonry Repairs Window Installation & Repairs Carpentry & Waterproofing 617-955-5164 toughbuildmasonryandconstuction.com toughbuildjohn@gmail.com Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net Classifieds
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