In Massachusetts, only 4 in 10 third graders are reading proficiently. Mass Reads is working to ensure every student learns to read on grade level across the Commonwealth.

We are a coalition of educators, parents, literacy experts, and policy advocates focused on ensuring all children can read on grade level in Massachusetts. We are supporting Right to Read legislation to help school districts provide high-quality, evidence-based curricula, effective teacher training, and ongoing student screening to increase reading proficiency among elementary students to ensure their future success.
 

What is the Right to Read Act?
Every Massachusetts student needs a basic level of literacy for success in life. The Massachusetts Right to Read Act — co-sponsored by Sen. Sal DiDomenico, Rep. Danillo Sena and Rep. Simon Cataldo — is a comprehensive plan to improve literacy instruction and support all students and teachers.