Hawaii HB1891 mandates universal screening for dyslexia and language literacy challenges in public schools.

Hawaii HB1891 requires public schools to administer dyslexia sensitive linguistically appropriate universal screening for students in kindergarten through third grade and new entrants. The screening aims to identify students at risk of poor reading outcomes. The bill also mandates evidence-based interventions for students identified with dyslexia or language literacy challenges. Additionally, it provides professional development for teachers on structured literacy instruction and requires pre-service teacher programs to train candidates in structured literacy instruction.

Hawaii HB1891 mandates universal screening for dyslexia and language literacy challenges in public schools.

Hawaii HB1891 requires public schools to administer dyslexia sensitive linguistically appropriate universal screening for students in kindergarten through third grade and new entrants. The screening aims to identify students at risk of poor reading outcomes. The bill also mandates evidence-based interventions for students identified with dyslexia or language literacy challenges. Additionally, it provides professional development for teachers on structured literacy instruction and requires pre-service teacher programs to train candidates in structured literacy instruction.