Hawaii SB1001 mandates dyslexia-sensitive universal screening and structured literacy instruction for students in public schools.

Hawaii SB1001 requires public schools to administer dyslexia-sensitive universal screening for students in kindergarten through third grade starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The screening aims to identify students at risk of reading failure, including those with dyslexia or language and literacy challenges. The bill mandates evidence-based interventions for identified students through the Hawaii multi-tiered system of supports.

Hawaii SB1001 mandates dyslexia-sensitive universal screening and structured literacy instruction for students in public schools.

Hawaii SB1001 requires public schools to administer dyslexia-sensitive universal screening for students in kindergarten through third grade starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The screening aims to identify students at risk of reading failure, including those with dyslexia or language and literacy challenges. The bill mandates evidence-based interventions for identified students through the Hawaii multi-tiered system of supports.