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Lawrence adopts additional literacy support for K–5 multilingual learners
What happened
The board approved a six-year purchase of Amplify CKLA Language Studio to supplement literacy instruction for elementary students, with a total cost of $64,584 through 2031. The district describes it as explicit vocabulary, oral-language, reading, and writing support for multilingual learners alongside grade-level instruction.
Why it matters to families
The district is adding a sustained, curriculum-aligned instructional resource intended to strengthen language and literacy access for multilingual learners in elementary grades.
The evidence
The Aug. 24, 2026 minutes describe Language Studio as additional literacy support for elementary students and specify that it complements Amplify/CKLA and grade-level instruction. The board approved annual payments from Title III funds: $28,334 in 2026 and $7,250 in each subsequent year through 2031, totaling $64,584 (item 2.4).
The source
2026-08-24 — Board Business Meeting - Aug 24 2026See the full record for Lawrence Public Schools.
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