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Literacy Grants Available
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With nearly 1 in 5 Hoosier third graders struggling to read at their grade level, Indiana is working to improve literacy instruction to ensure at least 95% of students can read proficiently by 2027.
One step the state has taken to address reading proficiency is allowing eligible teachers to earn a literacy endorsement by enrolling in a free professional development course.
Created by a law I supported, this course offers teachers tools and necessary training to provide science of reading instruction in the classroom. Teachers can also receive up to $1,200 for completing the course.
This year, Senate Republicans also prioritized literacy through a new law that creates a comprehensive plan to help students achieve reading proficiency by addressing curriculum, assessment, additional remediation and, as a last resort, retention.
Literacy is a fundamental skill that helps set our children up for successful futures. As your state senator, I was proud to support these initiatives and will continue to find ways to ensure students learn to read.
To learn more, click here.
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Nominations Open for Golden Hoosier Award
The Indiana Department for Family and Social Services is accepting nominations for the Golden Hoosier Award, which honors Indiana residents aged 65 and older who have been a volunteer in their community for the past three years.
Nominations are due July 14. The recipient will be honored at the 2024 Golden Hoosier Award ceremony scheduled for Sept. 24 at the Indiana Statehouse.
To nominate a local volunteer, click here.
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Preparing for the Solar Eclipse
On Monday, April 8, portions of Indiana will experience a total solar eclipse.
With thousands of extra cars on Indiana's roadways before, during and after the eclipse, Hoosiers should expect to be in traffic longer than usual.
Learn more about preparation and events here. |
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 | Wishing a "Happy Birthday" to the following members of Senate District 17 for the month of April! |
Wesley Welch, 80 years old
Darlene Cooper, 81 years old
Roger Hosler, 82 years old
Gregory Pettit, 83 years old
Barbara Prater, 84 years old |
Lester Moore, 85 years old
Judith Pattison, 86 years old
Alice King, 87 years old
Marlin Pattee, 88 years old
Pricilla Etter, 89 years old |
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