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flag California enacts phonics-focused reading law with $200M for training, aiming to boost literacy post-pandemic.

flag California has passed a law requiring schools to adopt phonics-based reading instruction, backed by $200 million in teacher training, as part of a broader literacy initiative. flag The law, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, promotes the "science of reading" approach, emphasizing decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension, with optional implementation to address past concerns over language accessibility and teacher flexibility. flag While reading proficiency remains below pre-pandemic levels, early gains are seen in districts like Los Angeles Unified, which reported a 5.5-point rise in test scores. flag The law complements existing reforms including mandatory dyslexia screening and universal transitional kindergarten.

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