Literacy

Jun 30

Critical Race Theory in Schools, Ideas for Civic Engagement from ERN, and Other Ed Stories

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Jun 23

National Push for Civic Engagement in College, Launching Summer Camps + Structured Lit in Chicago

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Jun 17

Inside the Budget Implementer; Unpacking CT’s Plan for ARP ESSER Funds; + Quick Links to Other News

Special Session Edition: If it's Thursday, It's Time for Wednesday Weekly! This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks...

Jun 10

This week’s sine die edition looks at what has been accomplished for students

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Jun 2

AccelerateCT; Biden Prioritizes Equity; and the Remaining Agenda for Students this Session

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

May 19

Superintendents Endorse Right to Read; Need a Plan for Relief Funds; + Anniversary of Brown v. Board

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

May 19

ERN CT - Public Comment on The CSDE of Education Plan for the American Rescue Plan Funds

Public Comment on The Connecticut State Department of Education Plan for the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School...

Apr 28

Approps Budget; New Application Process for Federal COVID Relief; + Ending Non-Medical Vax Exemption

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Apr 21

ERN CT Statement on “Right to Read” Bill’s Passage Through Appropriations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: April 21, 2021 CONTACT: Amy Dowell | Amy@edreformnow.org Statement on “Right to Read” Bill’s Passage Through...

Apr 21

Feds on Food Insecurity; House Passes Bill on Religious Exemptions; and The Missing Data on Literacy

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Apr 14

Emerging Plans for Federal Ed Relief; Federal Priorities for Higher Ed; + Literacy Legislation in NC

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Mar 31

Investing Connecticut’s Relief Funding, and a Mid Session Bill Tracker

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Mar 24

The American Rescue Plan, New CDC Regulations for Schools, and Tomorrow’s Right to Read Forum

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Mar 23

ERN CT Advisory: Right to Read CT Coalition Hosts 4th Virtual Forum

Right to Read CT Coalition Hosts 4th Virtual Forum Experts and Legislators Discuss How the Science of Reading Support Students with...

Mar 17

Hartford Courant: With Connecticut students falling behind... Right to Read Act seeks to help

The Right to Read Act, led by Sen. Pat Billie Miller, D-Stamford, and the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus would establish an independent...

Mar 17

NBC CT: Lawmaker Says Right to Read Bill Is About Equity

“Before third grade you’re learning to read and after third grade you’re reading to learn,” Dowel said. The bill up for debate Wednesday...

Mar 17

Wednesday Weekly: Right to Read Edition

This weekly segment ordinarily looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized analysis and links to...

Mar 16

ERN CT Testimony Before Ed Committee on Right to Read Bill

Testimony Before the Education Committee Amy Dowell, Connecticut State Director Education Reform Now Connecticut March 17, 2021 Re: ...

Mar 10

The New Roles in Ed Leadership, (Mis)using Federal Relief Funds, + Signs of COVID Literacy Loss

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Mar 3

The Newly Confirmed Secretary Cardona, Rep. Miller Wins a Special Election, + College Affordability

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Feb 24

A National Commitment to Accountability, the Impact of Remote Learning, and Our 2nd Literacy Forum

This weekly segment by Democrats for Education Reform CT looks at the top education stories Democrats are watching, providing bite-sized...

Feb 22

ERN CT: Right to Read CT Coalition Hosts Second Virtual Forum

Right to Read CT Coalition Hosts Second Virtual Forum Educators and Experts Discuss Connecticut’s Homegrown Literacy Solution What:...

Feb 2

WATR's "Talk of the Town" Interview with Amy Dowell on "Right To Read CT" Campaign

WATR interviews Amy Dowell about ERN's forum, on the "Right To Read CT" Campaign. Click here to listen to the segment.

Jan 28

‘Right to Read CT’ Campaign Aims to Improve State’s Literacy Struggles

‘Right to Read CT’ Campaign Aims to Improve State’s Literacy Struggles Connecticut Students Facing Unprecedented Academic Challenges Due...

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Critical Race Theory in Schools, Ideas for Civic Engagement from ERN, and Other Ed Stories

National Push for Civic Engagement in College, Launching Summer Camps + Structured Lit in Chicago

Inside the Budget Implementer; Unpacking CT’s Plan for ARP ESSER Funds; + Quick Links to Other News

This week’s sine die edition looks at what has been accomplished for students

AccelerateCT; Biden Prioritizes Equity; and the Remaining Agenda for Students this Session

Superintendents Endorse Right to Read; Need a Plan for Relief Funds; + Anniversary of Brown v. Board

ERN CT - Public Comment on The CSDE of Education Plan for the American Rescue Plan Funds

Approps Budget; New Application Process for Federal COVID Relief; + Ending Non-Medical Vax Exemption

ERN CT Statement on “Right to Read” Bill’s Passage Through Appropriations

Feds on Food Insecurity; House Passes Bill on Religious Exemptions; and The Missing Data on Literacy

Emerging Plans for Federal Ed Relief; Federal Priorities for Higher Ed; + Literacy Legislation in NC

Investing Connecticut’s Relief Funding, and a Mid Session Bill Tracker

The American Rescue Plan, New CDC Regulations for Schools, and Tomorrow’s Right to Read Forum

ERN CT Advisory: Right to Read CT Coalition Hosts 4th Virtual Forum

Hartford Courant: With Connecticut students falling behind... Right to Read Act seeks to help

NBC CT: Lawmaker Says Right to Read Bill Is About Equity

Wednesday Weekly: Right to Read Edition

ERN CT Testimony Before Ed Committee on Right to Read Bill

The New Roles in Ed Leadership, (Mis)using Federal Relief Funds, + Signs of COVID Literacy Loss

The Newly Confirmed Secretary Cardona, Rep. Miller Wins a Special Election, + College Affordability

A National Commitment to Accountability, the Impact of Remote Learning, and Our 2nd Literacy Forum

ERN CT: Right to Read CT Coalition Hosts Second Virtual Forum

WATR's "Talk of the Town" Interview with Amy Dowell on "Right To Read CT" Campaign

‘Right to Read CT’ Campaign Aims to Improve State’s Literacy Struggles

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