Elementary Education
Third Grade Literacy Proficiency
Act 422 of the 2023 Regular Legislative Session mandates that students in traditional public schools must meet specific literacy proficiency standards to be promoted to the fourth grade.
Third grade is crucial for literacy growth as students transition from learning to read to reading to learn across subjects. Research suggests that students who are not proficient by this grade often face ongoing academic challenges, leading to higher dropout rates and fewer students prepared for college and careers. Boosting proficiency and closing achievement gaps in third grade are primary goals in our Louisiana public schools.
How can parents be proactive about their child’s literacy development?
Contact your child’s teacher to discuss the results of literacy screeners as well as the resources and services available for your child. Learn ways on how you can support your child’s literacy development at home.
The Louisiana Department of Education recently launched a new literacy and math tutoring program called the Steve Carter Literacy Tutoring Program. The program will provide eligible K-5 public school students an opportunity to receive additional support by providing $1,500 digital vouchers to be used to schedule online and in-person literacy tutoring with state-approved tutors. Eligible students will receive information from their child's school.
If you have any questions regarding the Steve Carter Tutoring Program, please contact 877-390-0556 between 7am and 4pm Monday – Friday (CST) or email them at contact@louisianatutoringinitiative.com.
Shana Delrie Pre-Kindergarten - 5th grade
Phone: (318) 627-3274
Fax: (318) 627-5931