This bill proposes amendments to the reading assessment and intervention requirements for school districts in Wyoming. It introduces an exemption for "high-performing" school districts, defined as those ranking in the top 25% on the grade three English language arts assessment, from the mandatory screening of students and professional development requirements starting in the 2024-2025 school year. The bill also mandates a study to analyze the correlation between the screening instruments used and the statewide student assessment system, with a report due by October 1, 2024.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing requirements for data reporting, parental notification, and the use of individual reading plans for students not demonstrating appropriate reading competence. It includes an appropriation from the school foundation program account to fund the independent consultant needed for the study. The effective date for the new provisions is set for July 1, 2024, while other aspects of the act will take effect immediately upon its passage.

Statutes affected:
24LSO-0200 v0.5: 21-3-401