§ 16-67-1 Declaration of policy
§ 16-67-2 The literacy program
§ 16-67-3 Coordination with programs for special populations
§ 16-67-4 Funding
§ 16-67-5 Definition of educationally disadvantaged students
§ 16-67-6 Regulations of the board of regents for elementary and secondary education
§ 16-67-7 State advisory council

Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws > Chapter 16-67 - Rhode Island Literacy and Dropout Prevention Act

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