Pennsylvania schools are seeking high-quality literacy solutions aligned to the Science of Reading; McGraw Hill Emerge! meets rising expectations in the state for reading instruction

Key Highlights:

• McGraw Hill's Emerge! K-5 literacy program has been included on the Pennsylvania Department of Education's Curriculum Materials for Evidence-Based Reading Instruction list.
• The Pennsylvania list is designed to help the state’s 500 school districts make informed decisions regarding evidence-based reading curriculum materials for its 1.7 million students and highlights programs evaluated through nationally recognized review organizations.
• Emerge! provides comprehensive literacy instruction grounded in learning science and evidence-based science of literacy practices to support all learners in developing foundational and advanced literacy skills.

McGraw Hill, Inc. (NYSE: MH), a leading global provider of education solutions for preK-12, higher education and professional learning, today announced that its Emerge! K-5 literacy program has been included on the Pennsylvania Department of Education's (PDE) Curriculum Materials for Evidence-Based Reading Instruction list, a resource designed to help Pennsylvania’s 500 school districts identify high-quality reading instructional materials.

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Emerge! provides comprehensive literacy instruction grounded in learning science and evidence-based science of literacy practices to support all learners in developing foundational and advanced literacy skills.

The PDE list, which reflects Pennsylvania’s rising expectations for evidence-based instruction, supports schools in evaluating literacy programs through information drawn from nationally recognized curriculum review organizations.

"Emerge! was developed to help every student become a confident, capable reader through instruction grounded in research, learning science, and effective classroom practice," said Katie McClarty, Chief Academic Officer of McGraw Hill's School group. "We're honored that Emerge! has been included on Pennsylvania's curriculum materials list and look forward to supporting educators across the state as they work to strengthen literacy outcomes for all learners."

Designed for grades K-5, Emerge! combines foundational skills instruction with rich knowledge-building content, reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary development, and opportunities for meaningful student engagement. The program reflects evidence-based literacy practices and provides educators with professional learning opportunities as well as flexible instructional resources and multi-lingual supports that help address the diverse needs of today's classrooms.

Drawing upon research and insights from 16 renowned literacy experts and more than 6,400 teachers, students and administrators and informed by the Science of Literacy, Emerge! supports differentiated instruction through integrated assessment, actionable student data, and personalized learning opportunities. Available in both print and digital formats, the program helps educators identify learning opportunities, monitor progress, and provide targeted support to accelerate literacy growth and achievement.

In addition to Emerge!, several other McGraw Hill literacy programs are included on Pennsylvania's Curriculum Materials for Evidence-Based Reading Instruction list, reflecting the breadth of the company's evidence-based literacy solutions. These programs include:

• Open Court Reading, Grades K-5 (2023 edition)
• Reading Mastery Transformations, Grades K-5 (2021 edition)
• Wonders, Grades K-5 (2023 edition)
• Maravillas, Spanish (2020 edition)

Emerge! is part of McGraw Hill’s comprehensive core literacy curriculum that includes Summit! for grades 6-8 and Soar! for grades 9-12.

For more information about Emerge! visit: https://www.mheducation.com/prek-12/program/microsites/mcgraw-hill-literacy/browse/emerge.html

About McGraw Hill

McGraw Hill (NYSE: MH) is a leading global provider of education solutions for preK-12, higher education and professional learning, supporting the evolving needs of millions of educators and students around the world. We provide trusted, high-quality content and personalized learning experiences that use data, technology and learning science to help students progress towards their goals. Through our commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and belonging, we are dedicated to improving outcomes and access to education for all. We have over 30 offices across North America, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and South America, and make our learning solutions available in more than 80 languages. Visit us at mheducation.com or find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn or X.

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Emerge! provides comprehensive literacy instruction grounded in learning science and evidence-based science of literacy practices to support all learners in developing foundational and advanced literacy skills.