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Literacy as the Foundation for Improvement: The school board unanimously approved an initial resolution prioritizing grade-level literacy for all students. The plan includes measurable benchmarks, evidence-based strategies, and regular parent reports to track literacy progress. School board members emphasized that literacy is not just an educational goal but a solution to broader community issues like poverty, crime, and economic opportunity.
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Focused Interventions and Accountability: Molinar reported significant district-wide efforts to close achievement gaps, including 2,200 hours of tutoring focused primarily on reading. The district is closely tracking intervention data to evaluate progress and ensure accountability. Trustees stressed that the literacy plan must have long-term implementation, regardless of leadership changes, to drive sustained improvement for Fort Worth students.
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