Maryland Today: Literacy Researchers Share Recommendations….

MILE Co-directors DJ Bolger and Simone Gibson presenting findings at the September 23rd Maryland State Board of Education Meeting

MILE’s statewide literacy review findings, completed in collaboration with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), were spotlighted in Maryland Today’s latest article, “Literacy Researchers Share Recommendations on Teacher Training, Instructional Strategies, Community Engagement.”

“Commissioned by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), MILE’s report was presented to the State Board of Education on Sept. 23 following a monthslong review of literacy instruction in all 24 public school districts. It’s part of the state’s implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, a $3.8 billion, 10-year investment in public education spanning prekindergarten to postsecondary education.”

In the same meeting, MILE’s partnership with MSDE was also praised by Board of Education President Dr. Joshua Michael. Dr. Michael expressed appreciation for MILE’s work, stating “We are deeply grateful that not only did you bring your expertise to bear, but you scaled up in a moment of need.” Click below to read the full article in Maryland Today.

Article by Emily Schuster | October 4th, 2024