Strong Readers Legislation
Laws and Rules
Strong Readers Act Legislation
- 70 O.S.§1210.508B - Strong Readers Legislative Findings - Purpose
- 70 O.S.§1210.508C - Strong Readers Programs of Reading Instruction
- 70 O.S.§1210.508D - Strong Readers Funding
- 70 O.S.§1210.508E - Parent Notification and Summer Academy Programs
- 70 O.S.§1210.508F - Reading Competencies for Special Education Teachers
- 70 O.S.§1210.508H - HEROES Literacy Instructional Team
- 70 O.S.§1210.508I - Statewide Literacy Revolving Fund
Administrative Rules for Strong Readers
Dyslexia
Dyslexia Legislation· 70 O.S.§6-194(F) - Dyslexia Awareness Training · 70 O.S.§1210.517 - Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Handbook Maintenance · 70 O.S.§1210.520 - Screening for Characteristics of Dyslexia Oklahoma Dyslexia and Dysgraphia HandbookThe Oklahoma Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Handbook was most recently updated in July 2023. |
The purpose of the Oklahoma Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Handbook is to provide guidance to educators, students, families, and community members about dyslexia, and the best practices for identification, intervention, and support for children with characteristics of dyslexia. This handbook was developed by members of the Dyslexia and Education Task Force who were appointed by the Oklahoma Legislature, at the request of H.B.2008 (2017) authored by Speaker Charles McCall, Oklahoma State House of Representatives; and amended by H.B.3313 (2018) authored by Representative Rhonda Baker, Oklahoma State House of Representatives.
Required Reports and Studies
Report on Dyslexia Screening
Contact Information
literacy@sde.ok.gov
Deann Jones
Project Director,
Strong Readers
(405) 522-4098
Melissa Ahlgrim
Program Director, Literacy Policy & Programs
(405) 522-1591
Chelsea Lewis
Administrative Assistant
(405) 522-8131
