Dear Parent/Guardian,
As part of our commitment to supporting literacy development, Irvington Public Schools conducted Universal Literacy Screenings for students in kindergarten through grade three. These assessments will help us to adjust our core instruction and identify students who may benefit from targeted literacy support early in their education.
In August 2024, Governor Phil Murphy signed P.L. 2024, c.52 into law, reinforcing the State’s commitment to improving literacy outcomes for students. The legislation establishes a comprehensive plan to ensure that young learners benefit from evidence-based literacy instruction. The law requires schools to screen students twice a year using an approved literacy assessment. Your child was screened using i-Ready Universal Screener.
Your child’s screening results are attached to this letter which includes the following
- Student Name
- Grade Level
- Screening Scores [Scores on All Grade Level Skill Indicators]
- Grade-Level Benchmarks [Benchmark Ranges for All Grade Level Skill Indicators]
If your child’s results indicate the need for additional support, the district will offer appropriate services such as small-group instruction, one-on-one interventions, extra instruction, further assessments, or other reading assistance programs. We will be in touch with you soon to discuss the
next steps to support your child.
We value your partnership in supporting your child’s reading development. If you have any questions or would like more information about the available reading supports, please feel free to contact the principal of your child’s school.
Thank you for working with us to support your child’s literacy growth!
Sincerely,
Dr. April Vauss
Superintendent