Wisdom from a Reading Diva
with Emily Muccianti
FORT & RICA 2025 Updates: What You Need to Know
FORT & RICA 2025 Updates: What You Need to Know
Preparing for Teacher Certification in California and Beyond
Summary:
There's been a ton of new information released lately, but this is my best interpretation of the current legislation and announcements. Please seek advice from the experts in your program for additional information.
In our latest webinar and Q&A session, I walked through the most important updates you need to know about the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA), the new Foundations of Reading Test (FORT), and how to plan your next steps. With the latest information from the California State Budget Act just released on July 1, 2025, we now have final guidance on how to meet the RICA requirement—or transition to the new assessments. Please reach out to your county office of education or district office about your personal situation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is the RICA really going away?
Yes—but you still have some final chances. Assembly Bill...
Author
Emily Muccianti
Author
Becoming a teacher is a difficult journey. Sometimes you just need some words of wisdom, a bit of understanding, and a smidge of tough love. Hi friend! My name is Emily Muccianti and I'm a reading specialist, an interventionist, and a bit of a reading diva. I am a veteran teacher with over 25 years in the trenches. My experience is vast and includes working with struggling readers, designing and managing reading intervention programs, training teachers, and mentoring new teachers in their quest to pass their reading competency exam. I hope you will join me and reach out any time you need a mentor to guide you. Happy reading!
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