6142.91 — Reading/Language Arts Instruction (BP)
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
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What this document actually says
This policy, last revised September 9, 2025, establishes Reed Union's reading and language arts program aligned with Common Core State Standards. The Board adopts instructional materials covering reading, writing, speaking/listening, and language skills across all grade levels. A key requirement is annual screening for reading difficulties in grades K-2 using Board-adopted instruments available in students' primary languages. Schools must notify parents 15 days before screening, allow opt-outs, and provide results within 45 days with interpretation guidance. Students flagged for reading risk receive tailored support like tutoring or intervention. Teachers receive professional development in literacy instruction strategies. The policy ensures access to standards-aligned textbooks, varying difficulty levels, and technology to support literacy development. The Superintendent monitors program effectiveness through state and district assessment data.
What this means for your family
Your K-2 child will be screened annually for reading difficulties, with results and support recommendations provided within 45 days. You can opt out in writing and must receive 15-day advance notice. Students identified with reading challenges receive extra help like tutoring or specialized instruction. The district provides materials in your child's primary language when available and ensures access to appropriate reading levels across all grades.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.