Colorado READ Act
Forecasted
The Colorado READ Act, funded by the Colorado Department of Education, advances early literacy through evidence-based teacher training and research-driven instructional strategies.
Funder: Colorado Department of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027: K-3 teacher/4-12 interventionist training deadline | August 2027: K-3 principal/administrator training deadline (hired before/after June 1, 2026) | August 2027: Documentation deadline to COOL for READ Act designation (all projected)
Funding Amounts: Annual per-pupil intervention funds; additional Early Literacy Grants available; typical per-pupil and grant amounts vary by district size and need.
Summary: Supports evidence-based literacy training for K-3 teachers, 4-12 reading interventionists, and K-3 principals/administrators to ensure all Colorado students read at grade level by fourth grade.
Key Information: This is a forecasted, compliance-driven program—districts must meet training deadlines to remain eligible for READ Act funding.
Description
The Colorado Reading to Ensure Academic Development Act (READ Act) is a statewide initiative aimed at ensuring all children in Colorado are reading at grade level by the end of third grade. The Act provides a comprehensive framework for evidence-based reading instruction, professional development, and targeted intervention, with a strong emphasis on the science of reading. The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) supports districts and schools through resources, guidance, and ongoing professional development, and requires compliance with specific training mandates for teachers, reading interventionists, and administrators as a condition for receiving literacy funding.
