Missouri
State Information
The purpose of this document is to capture state-by-state information of policy and guidelines related to the science of reading / evidence-based reading instruction to be presented on The Reading League Compass, a website of reliable and reputable guidance and resources for targeted stakeholder groups.
Local control?
Yes
Has your state passed legislation and/or non-legislated rule changes related to the SoR?
Yes
Does your state have an approved curriculum list?
Yes
Was evidence-aligned reading instruction a consideration for the curriculum review?
Yes, we are currently working on a release date with a suggested evaluation tool
Please describe any other instructional-materials work related to the science of reading with links, where applicable
MO is currently completing an RFP in order to review additional K-5 core program instructional materials as well.
Does your state mandate or provide guidance on early screening?
No.
Please describe any other assessment work related to the science of reading with links, where applicable
Does your state have policy or guidance related to MTSS that incorporates information on the science of reading and/or evidence-based literacy practices?
Not at this time.
Does your state have policy or guidance related to instruction and/or professional development
Yes. Educators may contact their local Regional Professional Development Centers across the state to access professional development services.
Does your state have state-developed guidance documents or training courses related to the science of reading?
Yes :
We are also working with Lexia to support LETRS training to educators and administrators across the state. We have 13 Regional Professional Development Centers that have LETRS trained facilitators, as well as, consultants who provide Science of Reading professional development to educators.
Please describe any grant work that names the science of reading and/or evidence-aligned instruction including links, where applicable
Missouri has a Comprehensive State Development Grant through the U.S. Department of Education that runs from 2020-2025.
Has your state reviewed standards for alignment to the science of reading?
Not at this time.
Does your state have state-developed guidance documents or training courses related to the science of reading and Multilingual learners?
Yes.
Virtual professional development sessions provided monthly for anyone working with ELs
Interactive State Map
Use the interactive state map to find descriptions of state-level policy adoption, guidance, and practices related to the science of reading. State policy may include legislation incorporating training or practices related to the science of reading or state education agency guidance regarding policy, professional development, curricula, instruction, or assessment.
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The Reading League expresses gratitude to our collaborators and associates within the state education agencies for sharing their state-specific data. This data will undergo semi-annual updates, contingent upon the availability and resources of the respective state agencies. For any inquiries, clarifications, or updates, please reach out to compass@thereadingleague.org.
