Intensive summer reading programs will be required by Iowa law beginning the summer of 2018. These programs are essential in staving off the summer slump and developing more proficient readers. While struggling readers often make little progress during these summer reading programs, the programs are still important keys to unlock literacy in developing children.
Reading proficiency at 3rd grade is a key element of predicting later success in education and employment. Iowa needs to strengthen summer reading programs. Rejection reason: competent and convincing, but localized to Iowa data and programs. Not specifically about neuroscience, more about program advocacy.
Throughout the state of Iowa, communities that already offer intensive summer reading programs are proving that they can support students during the summer months while accommodating families’ work and vacation schedules. Considering that only 38 percent of Iowa fourth graders are currently testing at proficiency in reading, educators and community members are hoping that the widespread implementation of the summer reading programs will increase proficiency levels in students.
Key Takeaways:
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Summer programs to improve reading are being required by law, in Iowa, for 2018.
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Less than half of Iowa’s fourth graders are proficient in reading.
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Summer reading programs intend to increase success of low income students in Iowa schools.
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