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How Reading Policy Evolved in 2023, And What’s Ahead

By Sarah Schwartz & Kaylee Domzalski — December 21, 2023 4:03
First grader Geniss Gibbs practices reading skills at Eastern Elementary School in Washington, N.C., on May 23, 2022.

Sarah Schwartz, Education Week’s curriculum and instruction reporter, recaps developments in reading policy in 2023, and offers a look at what’s ahead in the new year.

Sarah Schwartz is a reporter for Education Week who covers curriculum and instruction.
Kaylee Domzalski is a video producer for Education Week.

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