Michigan Teachers Face New Reading Training | Lansing News

Lansing News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jul 23, 2026 · 1m

Michigan’s governor just signed a law mandating all teachers complete “Science of Reading” training by 2031-2032, aiming to lift the state’s dismal 44th-ranked reading performance among fourth graders. Over 7,000 educators have already completed the program, with school leaders praising the investment while raising concerns about funding and timelines. Meanwhile, a Michigan State University professor warns there’s no “magic bullet” — emphasizing that literacy success hinges on factors beyond the classroom. As the state pushes forward, the debate continues: can targeted teacher training alone…