2024 County Board Member Services Conference

The topic of reading has been center stage for educators, families, legislators, and others. County Boards of Education have an opportunity to help educate communities on current reading initiatives and serve as a conduit between local educators and legislators on this topic. The San Mateo County Office of Education has been leading this work with school districts, and the County Board of Education has prioritized reading instruction and serving students with dyslexia in their advocacy work. The San Mateo County team will provide an overview of the science of reading, address myths and misconceptions, and offer recommendations on building community support for integrated approaches to reading instruction. The team will also address the state requirement for districts to conduct universal screening for reading beginning with the 2025-26 school year and share materials board members can use in their education and advocacy work.