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KEY RECOMMENDATIONS | The #RightToRead report includes recommendations to the Ministry of Education, school boards and faculties of education on how to better meet the right to read, including -
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Adopting a new Kindergarten Program and Grades 1 to 8 Language curriculum that features direct and systematic instruction in foundational reading skills, and preparing current and future teachers on evidence-based approaches to teaching students to read. #RightToRead

Screening every student, at least twice a year from Kindergarten to Grade 2, to identify students at risk for reading difficulties, using standardized, evidence-based screening tools. #RightToRead

Standardizing and providing stable funding for evidence-based reading interventions. #RightToRead

Making access to interventions equitable for all students. #RightToRead

Providing and supporting timely and effective accommodation, including greater access to evidence-based software and assistive technology. #RightToRead

Improving access to professional assessments and ensuring greater consistency and transparency in the assessment process. #RighToRead

Setting clear and consistent standards for school boards and mandating better data collection, analysis and reporting. #RightToRead

Improving communication with students and parents. #RightToRead

Working with experts in the science of reading to implement the OHRC’s recommendations. #RightToRead