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“Cursive is making a comeback in California schools. In October 2023, the California Legislature unanimously passed, and Gov. Gavin Newsom signed, a law requiring handwriting instruction in cursive or “joined italics” for grades 1-6. It hasn’t been a requirement since … Continued

IRON SHARPENS IRON At today’s ACSA Region XI meeting, President Danny Arellano shared a light-hearted video which made it clear that everyone needs a hype-man and presented his “Iron Sharpens Iron” perpetual trophy to Dr. Donya Ball. He chose Donya … Continued

“Can you imagine what it would be like in our schools if most of our students were proficient readers? What if the school-to-prison pipeline were diminished due to increased reading proficiency? Just imagine the ripple effect in your community.” ———————– … Continued