The Houston Independent School District has reported an improvement in STAAR scores, attributing the increase to its required reading list. Further information on this development is available from the Houston Chronicle. The Chronicle provides access to the full list of required readings, allowing readers to explore the materials that contributed to the rise in STAAR scores.
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