Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill into law Wednesdayin the state.
The Republican-authored bill is meant to improve sagging reading scores and emphasizes phonics, the relationship between sounds and letters, over memorization. It also requires more frequent reading tests and employs reading coaches to help struggling students.
We have to ensure our kids have the reading and literacy tools and skills to be successful both in and out of the classroom, Evers said in a statement. This bill, modeled after initiatives that have been successful in other states and fine-tuned with significant changes throughout the legislative process, is a step in the right direction.
