Section 18A:6-146 - Universal literacy screeninga. A school district shall, at least twice annually, conduct a literacy screening of each student enrolled in kindergarten through grade three to determine a student's reading proficiency using an acceptable and reliable instrument for a universal literacy screening that complies with the guidance issued by the department pursuant to section 4 of this act within the limit of funds appropriated or otherwise made available to the district for this purpose.b. Following the screening conducted pursuant to subsection a. of this section, a school district shall provide to the student any necessary supports as determined by the district, which may include conducting an additional screening. Supports shall be provided in a manner consistent with the district's intervention and referral services as required pursuant to State Board of Education regulations.Added by L. 2024, c. 52,s. 5, eff. 8/13/2024, app. in the 2025-2026 school year provided the guidance required pursuant to section 4 of this act has been issued.