Reading Horizons Secures Michigan Approval for Evidence-Based Literacy Curriculum
Event summary
- Reading Horizons' Discovery curriculum approved for Michigan's Tier-1 evidence-based reading list.
- Approval follows Public Act 146 of 2024, a state literacy and dyslexia law.
- Program showed 71% student improvement in Ohio district after three years.
- Michigan now joins Ohio as key market for Reading Horizons' expansion.
The big picture
Michigan's approval of Reading Horizons' Discovery curriculum underscores the growing state-level push for science-of-reading aligned instruction. The move follows Ohio's successful implementation, suggesting a regional trend toward structured literacy programs. With Public Act 146 mandating evidence-based curricula, Reading Horizons gains a first-mover advantage in a state prioritizing early literacy intervention.
What we're watching
- Market Expansion
- Whether Reading Horizons can replicate Ohio's success in Michigan's larger school districts.
- Policy Impact
- How Public Act 146 accelerates demand for science-of-reading aligned curricula.
- Competitive Positioning
- The pace at which competitors adapt to state-mandated evidence-based literacy standards.