The Signal · Issue #28
Report Finds the Literacy Success Act Is Delivering Results
Good morning.
This week, we have a positive story on improvements in the classroom. A new study of testing results found that the Literacy Success Act is living up to its name.
We also have a new podcast that profiles some of the work a Knoxville lawmaker is doing to support student well-being and don't skip our coverage of a Chattanooga native who's giving back to the school he graduated from, by creating a program to help students achieve their higher education dreams.
The Lead
Report Finds the Literacy Success Act Is Delivering Results
By Jacob Holley
Third- through fifth-grade ELA proficiency has increased significantly since the act’s implementation.
Read the full story →Also in this issue
On the Fly: State Representative Elaine Davis Wants to Better Support Student Well-Being
The Knoxville Republican discusses her efforts to improve student access to support programs and nutrition.
Chattanooga Grad Starts Program to Help Students Think 'Big Picture'
Maurquez Thompson’s new college prep program will support students from The Howard School and Brainerd High School.
Zoe Kuhn
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