Reading Horizons® Discovery Receives Prestigious Texas SBOE Approved Instructional Materials Designation

Districts can receive $40 per student annually to support the implementation of Reading Horizons, increasing access.

KAYSVILLE, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reading Horizons® Discovery has been recognized as a Texas SBOE Approved Instructional Material, earning a tier-one designation for K–3 English phonics. This esteemed approval was granted through the rigorous Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process established under Texas House Bill 1605. Reading Horizons was awarded 100% alignment and zero objections from the review board.

This designation affirms Reading Horizons® Discovery’s exceptional quality, alignment with state standards, and proven effectiveness in supporting foundational literacy development.

Key program highlights include:

• 100% Alignment with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS): Meets essential phonics standards for building early literacy skills.
• High-Quality Instruction and Accessibility: Developed to support diverse classrooms with resources that empower teachers and engage learners.
• Impactful Design: Grounded in research-based instructional strategies that enhance teaching and ensure student success in early reading.

Administrators and educators across Texas continue to validate the program's effectiveness. “Reading Horizons® Discovery has been a game-changer!” said Madeline Stewart, an elementary school teacher in Montgomery ISD. “With the toolkits and real-time coaching, I’m always prepared for phonics instruction.”

And, when teachers are empowered, students benefit, too. “After just one year of using Reading Horizons®, our first and second-grade students entered the new year more prepared than ever,” shared Karen Hearn, K–5 English Language Arts Coordinator for Clear Creek ISD. The data reflects this success: as of November 2024, 77% of kindergarten students, 90% of first graders, 93% of second graders, and 95% of third graders are scoring in the Needs Enrichment category. Districts can use their $40 per student allotment from the Instructional Materials Allotment (IMA) to implement Reading Horizons® Discovery. This funding ensures statewide accessibility, driving improved literacy outcomes across Texas classrooms.

“We are honored to receive this recognition from the Texas State Board of Education,” said Stephanie Myers, Chief Strategy Officer at Reading Horizons. “This designation reflects our 40-year commitment to providing high-quality, research-based instructional materials that make a measurable difference in the lives of Texas students and educators.”

Reading Horizons® Discovery continues to set the standard for excellence in literacy education, empowering Texas educators to lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

For more information on Reading Horizons® Discovery and how it can benefit your district, visit www.readinghorizons.com/state/texas.

About Reading Horizons

For over 40 years, Reading Horizons® has empowered educators to combat illiteracy with innovative, tech-enabled foundational reading instruction. By aligning with the latest advancements in the science of reading, it supports educators, schools, and students with effective literacy solutions. Learn more about K-12 foundational literacy solutions and join the Science of Reading Collective, a collaborative space where educators share best practices and engage in meaningful discussions on literacy instruction.