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Proven Literacy Strategies for Texas Classrooms: Webinar Series Highlights Reading Horizons® Discovery’s 100% TEKS-Aligned Solution

Texas school districts leverage Reading Horizons® Discovery for effective literacy instruction to captivate young learners.

KAYSVILLE, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reading Horizons®, a leading provider of structured literacy instruction, continues to support Texas schools in addressing the critical need for foundational literacy. With its 100% alignment to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and recognition on the 2024 SBOE Approved Instructional Materials list, Reading Horizons Discovery (RHD) is impacting reading proficiency for all learners by transforming K-3 literacy instruction across general education, intervention, special education, and emerging bilingual settings.

“After just one year of using Reading Horizons, 77% of kindergarten students, 90% of first graders, 93% of second graders, and 95% of third graders are reading at or above grade level,” said Karen Hearn, K–5 English Language Arts Coordinator, Clear Creek ISD. “It’s that effective.”

Empowering Texas Educators: Free Webinar Series

To further empower Texas educators, administrators, and district leaders, Reading Horizons is hosting a three-part webinar series demonstrating how RHD aligns with Texas standards and empowers classrooms. Registration is free and accessible here.

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Trusted Throughout Texas: Get To Know Reading Horizons

January 15, 2025, 12:00 PM CT

Reading Horizons serves nearly 1 million students across 1,400 Texas schools. This session showcases the evidence-based methods that simplify teaching while delivering remarkable student outcomes.

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Teachers Love It: Why Reading Horizons is Simple for Texas Educators, Effective for Texas Students

January 22, 2025, 12:00 PM CT

Learn how RHD’s unique approach to foundational literacy simplifies lesson planning and provides teachers with easy-to-use preparation tools and instant student insights.

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It’s Time to Boost Reading Scores in Texas: Take Your Students on a Reading Adventure

January 29, 2025, 12:00 PM CT

Explore how engaging materials, interactive software, and age-appropriate phonics instruction transform classrooms and inspire student success.

Why Reading Horizons Discovery Matters for Texas

  • 100% TEKS Alignment: Seamlessly integrates with state standards for literacy instruction.
  • Proven Results: Demonstrated success in helping Texas students achieve and exceed grade-level reading proficiency.
  • Teacher and Student Empowerment: Combines direct instruction with interactive software and robust support materials to foster growth for educators and learners alike.
  • Annual funding Availability: With $40 per student funding available in Texas, districts can access impactful phonics instruction at an affordable cost.

Learn more about how every Texas school district can benefit from using Reading Horizons literacy instruction.

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.

Contacts

Media Inquiries:
Kristi Knight
kristi.knight@readinghorizons.com
(801) 673-0304

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Contacts

Media Inquiries:
Kristi Knight
kristi.knight@readinghorizons.com
(801) 673-0304

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