• Pursuant to that legislation (P.L.2024, c.52), the New Jersey Department of Education (Department) is announcing the publication of the New Jersey Literacy Framework: A Guide to Evidence-Based Literacy Practices & Universal Screeners, a comprehensive online guide designed to support school districts in delivering effective literacy instruction in grades K-3.
• The Department is also announcing the release of two grant programs, aligned with the New Jersey Literacy Framework, to support districts in implementing the law’s requirements and other activities designed to improve literacy instruction in New Jersey schools.

“Having a strong grasp of foundational literacy skills like phonics can open doors for our children and enable them to better succeed throughout their academic careers. Our Administration is dedicated to supplying our students and educators with the tools necessary to support this essential component of a comprehensive education,” said Murphy. “We have listened to the research and recommendations of our Working Group on Student Literacy, and we are thrilled that New Jersey’s literacy initiative is continuing to build momentum. With the release of the New Jersey Literacy Framework and two new grant programs, school districts across the state will have access to tested best practices and supports to teach our kids the fundamentals of reading. These efforts are essential to make New Jersey the best place to raise a child.”