Reading Practices
Requirements for the science of teaching reading (STR) certification exam and Reading Academies were established in 2019 by the 86th Texas Legislature with the passage of House Bill 3 (HB 3). Reading Academies and the STR certification exam are different requirements that complement each other. The STR certification exam demonstrates a beginning teacher’s proficiency in the science of teaching reading. Reading Academies is an eleven-month professional development program that continues learning and builds on knowledge of the STR in a school context. Together, these programs provide teachers with the foundational knowledge to teach reading and writing and to effectively apply that knowledge in a classroom setting.
The HB3 Reading Academies will provide educators with the essential skills needed to ensure children develop a strong foundation in reading and writing.
Phonics Curriculum
This has been delayed as a result of COVID-19. TEA is in the process of developing a Commissioner’s rule as related to the HB3 Phonics requirements. TEA is currently reviewing comments on the rule.
Highly Effective Teachers
Coming Soon
Integrated Reading Instruments
Coming Soon
See below for the HB 3 video presentations on Reading Practices and Reading Academies
HB 3 in 30: Reading Practices Part 3 (1-29-2020)
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HB 3 in 30: Reading Practices Part 2 (11-21-2019)
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