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D.C. Literacy Program Shrinks Achievement Gap, Boosts Skills
A five-year literacy program in Washington D.C. has significantly boosted reading skills across all age groups, particularly among African American and low-income students. Funded by a $16 million federal grant, the initiative helped shrink the achievement gap by 33% through improved teaching methods and extra student support. The program is now expanding to include thousands more students in traditional public schools.