The Science of Reading Revolution in Michigan

Michigan educators’ commitment to evidence-based literacy instruction is transforming classrooms from pre-K through high school. District leaders across the state are focusing on the science of reading by integrating multiple solutions from Lexia®, each designed to address specific needs. For younger learners, Lexia® Core5® Reading helps pre-K–5 students rapidly close skill gaps, moving them from learning to read toward reading to learn. As learners progress into grades 6–12, Lexia® PowerUp Literacy® provides essential scaffolding and accelerates growth, enabling older students to advance multiple years in reading proficiency within a single academic year.

Recognizing that Emergent Bilingual students also need targeted support, many educators rely on Lexia English Language Development™ to deliver culturally responsive, adaptive instruction for learners in grades K–6. This approach fosters speaking, listening, and grammar skills, building confidence and boosting overall academic performance. Meanwhile, professional development plays a pivotal role in creating sustainable changes to literacy outcomes. Through the Michigan LETRS Science of Reading Professional Learning Course—powered by Lexia® LETRS® Professional Learning Suite—teachers in pre-K–5 deepen their expertise in areas like phonics, fluency, and comprehension. Additionally, Lexia Aspire® Professional Learning extends research-based training to educators in grades 4–8, providing them with self-paced courses tailored to early literacy development.

By implementing these five Lexia solutions, Michigan district leaders receive the real-time data, instructional guidance, and educator development essential for accelerating reading success. With a unified vision of literacy equity, educators are poised to see lasting benefits in student achievement and lifelong learning.

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