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Mar 17, 2023Liked by Andy Spears

Actually, kindergarten is the place to start for evaluating reading readiness. Having a child repeat kindergarten or first grade is less harmful than third grade. Zeroing in on reading and evaluating reading problem i.e. vision, dyslexia, or other conditions can make a big difference.!

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Yes, but most kids brains are not ready till 7, are they?

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Feb 5, 2023Liked by Andy Spears

I think I understand the intended outcome of this bill. However, without being intentional in funding this hard turn is a serious mistake on those who but this in place. Also, this will require a serious paradigm shift for parents to participate in learning more and not but the burden on educators. Stop saying you cannot practice academics at home because you have too many children, work the evening shift, or they are participating in travel sport clubs.

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The lack of funding is a HUGE problem - and it tells the real story. Those who passed the bill aren't really interested in problem solving.

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