NEWS
Why Third Grade Literacy Is So Crucial
Andrea Mitchell Reports //Apr. 16, 2012 // 1:33 PM


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The Colorado State Legislature is considering a controversial new proposal to intervene with third-graders who are struggling with their reading skills. The proposal would also make it more likely that kids would be held back a grade, if they aren’t up to speed in time.