PBS

Basics of Reading

The seemingly simple task of reading is anything but simple. The moment our eyes fall on a word, a complex set of processes -- physical, neurological, and cognitive -- is set in motion, enabling us to ...
WKBW

‘We’re thrilled’: Governor Hochul proposes ‘Back to Basics’ to teach kids to read

BUFFALO, NY (WKBW) — Governor Kathy Hochul is proposing an old approach in hopes of changing reading proficiency state-wide. She’s calling for approval of a “Back to Basics Reading Plan”. “Reading ...
Troy Record

A ‘Back to Basics’ plan and $10 million to revamp reading programs across New York State

WATERVLIET, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled her “Back to Basics” reading plan and the $10 million in teacher training to go along with it Wednesday morning at Watervliet Elementary School. The plan ...
Medicine Buffalo

UB educator shares solutions and insights into Gov.’s “Back to Basics” plan for literacy

“Reading is the foundation of our education system, but New York State is currently not meeting basic reading proficiency levels,” Governor Hochul said just ahead of her 2024 State of the State ...