Maine LD78 mandates cursive handwriting instruction in public schools starting no later than grade 3, aiming for competency by grade 5.

Maine LD78 directs the Department of Education to incorporate regular cursive handwriting instruction into English language arts curriculum starting no later than grade 3, continuing through grade 5. The instruction aims to ensure students demonstrate competency in cursive handwriting by the end of grade 5. This bill amends the Maine Revised Statutes to reflect these requirements, effective July 1, 2026.

Maine LD78 mandates cursive handwriting instruction in public schools starting no later than grade 3, aiming for competency by grade 5.

Maine LD78 directs the Department of Education to incorporate regular cursive handwriting instruction into English language arts curriculum starting no later than grade 3, continuing through grade 5. The instruction aims to ensure students demonstrate competency in cursive handwriting by the end of grade 5. This bill amends the Maine Revised Statutes to reflect these requirements, effective July 1, 2026.