Oregon
A comprehensive overview of Oregon’s enacted legislation, regulations, certification requirements, and state-provided resources related to dyslexia education.
Brief Summary
Oregon emphasizes early dyslexia screening, structured interventions, and professional development for teachers in evidence-based reading strategies. Teachers are required to complete ongoing training in dyslexia support.
Oregon Legislations and Regulations
SB1003 (2017)
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This bill requires school districts to screen kindergarten and first-grade students for dyslexia risk factors. It ensures early identification of at-risk students and provides families with guidance on supporting their child’s learning needs.
How This Affects Families and Educators
Ensured early identification of students at risk for dyslexia through mandatory screening.
SB221 (2017)
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This bill requires teacher preparation programs to provide instruction on dyslexia consistent with the knowledge and practice standards of an international organization on dyslexia. It gives teacher preparation programs three years from the date the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission adopts standards or rules to comply with the new instruction requirements.
How This Affects Families and Educators
Improves teacher preparation for identifying and supporting students with dyslexia; ensures new teachers enter the profession with up-to-date knowledge on dyslexia.
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Related: HB2412SB612 (2015)
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This bill required the Oregon Department of Education to hire a Dyslexia Specialist, develop a plan for universal screening of dyslexia risk factors, develop training opportunities, and ensure that all kindergarten and 1st-grade students receive dyslexia risk screenings. It also mandates that school districts train at least one K-5 teacher in each school on dyslexia.
How This Affects Families and Educators
Ensures that families are informed about potential dyslexia risks through screenings and notifications, offering them better guidance and support. For educators, it mandates essential training in dyslexia, enhancing their ability to identify and support students with dyslexia.
OAR 581-002-1800
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This administrative rule recognizes the International Dyslexia Association’s definition of dyslexia.
How This Affects Families and Educators
Established a consistent definition of dyslexia for use in Oregon schools.
ORS 342.147
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This statute outlines the approval requirements for educator preparation programs, including the requirement to provide instruction on dyslexia.
How This Affects Families and Educators
Ensures consistent standards for dyslexia instruction across educator preparation programs in Oregon, and promotes better-prepared teachers to support students with dyslexia.
HB3198 (Oregon's Early Literacy Success Initiative - 2023)
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This bill established the Early Literacy Success Initiative, including grants for school district literacy programs in improving K-3 reading proficiency, emphasizing evidence-based methods aligned with the science of reading.
How This Affects Families and Educators
Increased support for early literacy development and reduction of literacy disparities, fostering stronger foundational reading skills.
Teacher Certification and Professional Development Requirements
- Oregon requires teacher education programs to include instruction on dyslexia aligned with International Dyslexia Association standards.
- At least one K-5 teacher in each K-5 school must receive training related to dyslexia.
- Teachers must utilize evidence-based strategies for teaching reading and supporting students with dyslexia.