Ohio Governor Mike DeWine launched the ReadOhio initiative Thursday to ensure all Ohio children learn how to read.
“With 40% of Ohio third graders not proficient in reading, we need to seriously look at how we are teaching reading in the state because reading is fundamental to future success,” DeWine said in a statement. “Our ReadOhio initiative will encompass all of our efforts to improve literacy skills of Ohioans of every age, from early childhood throughout adulthood, because it’s never too early or too late to learn to read or enhance your skills.
However, there may be even more support offered. In a news release, DeWine said he has received backing from the General Assembly to secure funding to help literary advancements in Ohio Schools.