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As a superintendent with years of experience in Texas public schools, I have seen firsthand the critical role of literacy in shaping our students’ futures. When a student has a deep-rooted understanding of literacy, the student thrives in most academic areas; contrarily, the student lacking literacy skills often struggles.
In recent years, we’ve seen an increased focus on evidence-based reading instruction, specifically what’s known as the “science of reading.” This research-backed approach offers invaluable insights into how students learn to read and which methods yield the best outcomes. At the core of this is phonics, a process that ensures emerging readers gain the essential skills needed to become proficient in both reading and spelling.
