In accordance with the October 2016, MCL 380.1280f, “Read By Third Grade Law,” Marshall Public Schools has developed a strategy to provide Individual Reading Improvement Plans (IRIPs) to address those students in grades K-3 identified as “deficient.”
“Deficiency” is defined by the state as “scoring below grade level or determined to be at risk of reading failure based upon literacy assessments.” Literacy assessments used by Marshall Public Schools are based upon the MCL: 380.1280f Approved Extensive Assessments list. These assessments currently include Michigan Literacy Progress Profile (MLPP); Pioneer Valley Assessment System; and NWEA MAP Growth.
We understand the list of approved Extensive Assessments is to be considered for the current academic year only. It is our intent to review the Extensive Assessment List for each academic year so that we may adjust/refine/adopt those Extensive Assessments approved by the State of Michigan.
It is Marshall Public Schools intent to view this law not for compliance purposes, but to address our “striving” readers’ needs and to determine the instructional plans that will best fit their individual needs. It is Marshall Public Schools intent to develop students who are proficient, strategic, and competent. It is Marshall Public Schools commitment/responsibility to increase literacy growth for ALL students, in ALL classrooms, EVERY year.
Details about MPS IRIP Guidelines can be reviewed by clicking here.
Parent Awareness Toolkit
MPS Individual Reading Improvement Plan (IRIP) Guidelines
Facts For Families
