Why it matters: ELA in fifth grade builds essential reading, writing, and communication skills that form the foundation for future academic growth. What’s new: Teachers are incorporating thematic ...

Students work on reading comprehension with retired teacher Wanda Mckenzie at Clifford Davis Elementary School on Feb. 3, 2025, in Fort Worth. Amanda McCoy amccoy@star-telegram.com The Fort Worth ...

Roughly half of Texas students read below grade level, but when teachers craft lessons to help them, they often rely on instructional materials that aren't rigorous enough. Many teachers use search ...