Almost half of Utah’s third graders don’t read at grade level, report says

Nearly half of Utah’s K-3 students are reading behind their grade level, even though almost five years ago Utah lawmakers set ...

Report: About half of Utah’s third graders struggle with reading — so what can be done?

Almost all children can learn to read with effective data-driven support, according to Gardner Institute analysis.

‘Urgent need’: Nearly half of Utah’s kindergarten through third grade kids can’t read at grade level, report finds

The state aims to see 70% of its third graders reading at grade level by 2027. So far, only about half are hitting the mark.
KPCW

Why Park City third graders have the best literacy rates in the state

A new report shows half of Utah’s K-3 students don't meet grade-level reading standards, prompting state leaders to consider ...
WCPO Cincinnati

Bill eliminating required third grade reading test one step closer to passing

CINCINNATI — An Ohio House Bill looks to end the state's 'Third Grade Reading Guarantee,' which requires third graders to pass a reading test in order to move on to the fourth grade. Some who support ...
Tennessean

Tennessee third grade reading law: Nearly 8,000 win appeals, advance to fourth grade

The parents of more than 7,800 Tennessee third graders won appeals after filing them in hopes of keeping their children from being held back due to a new state reading law. Those children can now ...

Oklahoma bill proposes holding back some third-graders to boost literacy

A new Oklahoma bill inspired by Mississippi's success aims to improve literacy by retaining third-graders who fail reading tests and implementing summer academies.
Tennessean

Tennessee's third-grade reading law: What to know about TCAP scores, retention and more

Tens of thousands of students across Tennessee are awaiting the results of their standardized tests, which will set off a fast-moving timeline to determine whether they're held back under a ...