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SC Panel working on ways to improve literacy
Posted: 01.09.2012 at 6:18 PM
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Studies show that if students aren't reading on grade level by third grade, they are far less likely to graduate.  / FILE
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Increasing the time students spend reading and writing, expanding classroom libraries, and requiring more teacher training are among ideas a state panel is considering for boosting the reading skills of South Carolina students.

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