1. (1)(a) The Superintendent shall provide, train, and assign early literacy coaches in accordance with Section 53E-3-1002.

   1. (b) An early literacy coach shall meet minimum qualifications established by the Superintendent.
   2. (c) An early literacy coach may perform responsibilities as directed by the Superintendent including those identified in Subsections 53E-3-1002(2)(c)(i) through (viii).
   3. (d) An early literacy coach may not undertake duties unrelated to literacy coaches, as outlined in Subsection 53E-3-1002(2)(d).
2. (2) An LEA receiving funds for early literacy coaches may not charge indirect costs.

3. (3)(a) The Superintendent will determine which schools qualify for assistance from early literacy coaches taking into account the previous year's end-of year assessment data from:

   1. (i) Acadience Reading, benchmark, and growth; and

      1. (ii) RISE, English Language Arts proficiency.

   2. (b) The Superintendent shall exclude data:

      1. (i) for students who were not enrolled a full academic year; and
      2. (ii) for schools scheduled to close the following year.
4. (4)(a) The Superintendent shall prioritize services under this program for schools identified in Subsections 53E-3-1002(a)(i) and (ii).

KEY: professional learning, prek-3, early learning, teacher development

Date of Last Change: August 7, 2025

Notice of Continuation: June 10, 2025

Authorizing, and Implemented, or Interpreted Law: Art X Sec 3; 53E-3-401(4); 53F-5-214