OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Ohio County Schools are part of eight counties in the state and 260 school districts nationwide that have been acknowledged for consistent improvements in student reading skills.
As per the Dynamics District Report, West Virginia is ranked 2nd in the nation for ongoing growth and has continuously maintained high literacy rates exceeding 3 percent.
Superintendent Kim Miller expresses gratitude for programs such as the Ready, Read, Write initiative and the commitment of staff to student achievement, which enable the development of crucial skills from the beginning.
We are thrilled to be acknowledged for our efforts in literacy and the ongoing sustainability of reading initiatives within Ohio County Schools. Our educators put in significant effort when it comes to the science of reading and phonemic awareness. They focus on improving comprehension and vocabulary, equipping students with the necessary background knowledge to fully engage with reading.
Kim Miller | Director of Ohio County Schools
Miller states that this is a major accomplishment not just for the county, but also for the state.
She mentions she is excited to keep growing by offering young students the essential literary foundations they require.
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