We track screening mandates, new research, and state policy so we can translate it into guidance you can actually use.
Reading screeners are short assessments schools use to catch reading difficulties early — including signs of dyslexia. Here's what they measure, which ones your child's school may be using, and what to do if you're not sure your child has been screened.
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Waiting is sometimes appropriate. But 'wait and see' without a plan is not the same thing. Here's how to tell the difference — and what to do either way.
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A round-up of what's changing in dyslexia screening this school year across the states with active mandates — plus what's staying the same and what every parent should watch for.
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Orton-Gillingham is a structured, multisensory way of teaching reading that many schools and tutors use with kids who have dyslexia. Here's what it actually looks like, where it came from, and what the research says.
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An SST (Student Study Team) meeting helps your school build a plan for a struggling student. Here's what it is, when it should happen, and how to prepare.
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Georgia has enacted two significant literacy laws in the past year. HB 307 (the Georgia Early Literacy and Dyslexia Act, signed April 2025) requires K-3 screening three times per year, parent notification within 15 school days, and evidence-based support plans for at-risk students. The Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026 (HB 1193, signed May 5, 2026) substantially expands those requirements: it funds literacy coaches at every K-3 school, mandates state-approved instructional materials (fully in effect by 2029-30), and — beginning with the 2027-28 school year — adds first graders to Georgia's grade promotion policy, including required parent notification and a formal appeals process if retention is considered.
A new Illinois law (Public Act 104-0389, effective January 1, 2026) requires K-3 school districts to report to the state what early literacy screeners they use and how often — but does not require schools to screen every child. A separate bill (HB 4406) that would mandate universal K-2 dyslexia screening starting in the 2026-27 school year is advancing in the legislature and has not yet passed. ---
You have the legal right to request a full reading evaluation from your child's public school at any time — no diagnosis required, no fee. Here's exactly how to do it.
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Multisensory reading practice — using sight, sound, touch, and movement together — helps kids with dyslexia build stronger reading skills. Here are simple activities that actually work at home.
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Arizona's Move On When Reading law screens every K–1 student for reading difficulties — including dyslexia — and requires schools to act when your child is flagged. Here's what that means for your family.
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Prepare for your SST meeting with free, state-specific guidance based on your child's reading screener results.
California now screens every K-2 student for reading difficulties. Here's what the law requires, what your child's results mean, and what to do next.
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Almost every state now has a dyslexia law on the books. But what schools are actually required to do — and when — varies enormously. Here's what parents need to know.
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A screening flag is not a diagnosis — but it is a signal worth understanding. Here's what the letter actually means and what to do next.
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Private reading support can be a significant investment. Here's what to expect, what affects the price, and what free or lower-cost options exist.
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Decodable books match the sounds and patterns your child is learning — a simple switch that can make reading practice click at home.
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A screening is a first signal. An evaluation is a deeper look. Here's what each one tells you — and when to push for the next step.
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Two different levels of support, two different legal frameworks. Here's how to tell which one fits your child — in plain language.
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State dyslexia screening mandates apply to public schools. But federal law still gives private school families the right to a free evaluation and more. Here's what you're entitled to — and how to use it.
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You've probably seen the term. Here's what Orton-Gillingham actually means, what to look for in a tutor, and how to know if it's the right next step.
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Reading together at home doesn't have to be a nightly battle. A few small shifts make the difference between frustration and real progress.
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You've seen the phrase in school letters and news articles. Here's what the Science of Reading actually means — and why it's changing how schools teach reading.
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Dyslexia shows up differently depending on a child's age. Here's what parents commonly notice — and when it's worth a closer look.
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Avoidance is often the first sign parents notice. Here's how to tell whether your child's resistance to reading might be worth a closer look.
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Colorado's SB 25-200 has been enacted and takes effect August 12, 2026. The law expands the READ Act to require K-3 dyslexia screening, with full implementation expected in the 2027-28 school year. The State Board of Education is still finalizing approved screening tools and implementation rules.
Federal and state agencies are aligning on clearer timelines for notifying families after a screening flags reading risk. We are tracking what this means for your next steps.
Arizona state guidance clarifies that families should receive screening results within two weeks when practicable, with plain-language explanation of next steps.
Updated California dyslexia guidelines emphasize structured literacy and family-friendly notification after screening.
Dyslexia screening laws and family rights vary by state. Select yours to see what applies where you live.
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