Right to Read Law: A Policy Packet

August 2026

Everything you need to know about the Right to Read legislation: the law's requirements, what the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) already has in place, available district supports, and the open gaps where advocacy can still help shape implementation.

Download the full PDF for more information and to identify resources in four key areas:

  • Curriculum and evidence-based instruction

  • Screening and family notification

  • Education preparation and professional development

  • Accountability and reporting

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