The bill implements recommendations from the dyslexia working
group. The bill:
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Directs school districts, boards of cooperative services, charter schools, and institute charter schools (local education providers) to screen for students at risk of foundational literacy skill deficits;
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Directs local education providers to provide evidence-based supplemental instruction and intervention for children at risk of foundational literacy skill deficits;
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Requires local education providers to provide the public and parents information regarding which screening and interventions the local education provider uses for foundational literacy skill deficits;
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Requires the department of education to provide professional development for local education providers and the public in evidence-based best practices, including screening, supplemental instruction, and intervention; and
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Establishes an independent ombudsman office.
