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CSDE Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities details competencies, outreach and external review
Summary
CSDE staff reviewed the office—s work establishing structured literacy competencies, in-service models and family-facing outreach; an external evaluation found alignment to national frameworks and the office reported that two-thirds of inquiries come from families.
Staff from the Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities presented an update on structured literacy work and family outreach at the State Board meeting Dec. 3.
Dr. Regina (associate education consultant) and colleagues summarized key accomplishments since 2024, including the State Board—s May adoption of Connecticut educator competencies for structured literacy and the development of model in-service training programs with a planned soft launch in 2026. The office highlighted a family-facing Dyslexia Awareness Collaborative (CTDAC) and other communications including a newsletter and a podcast aimed at increasing awareness and screening.
Presenters said 66% of the inquiries the office receives come from families rather than districts, a statistic they said underlines the demand for clear guidance and early identification supports. An external evaluation led by the HELOC Education Policy Center found that the office's work aligns with national frameworks and best practice; a formal report was promised.
The office described partnerships with the Center for Literacy Research and community organizations that will provide instructional coaching to elementary schools in coming years. Staff noted plans to integrate competencies into redesigned induction modules for early-career teachers.
Board members thanked staff for outreach and asked the office to return with impact data as implementation continues.
