Bill > H0921

This bill requires Florida public schools to provide cursive writing instruction for students in grades 2 through 5, with specific requirements for teaching students how to write in cursive. Students will be required to learn letter formation, proper spacing and alignment, and practice writing complete words and sentences in cursive. By the end of 5th grade, students must demonstrate "proficiency in cursive writing," which is defined as the ability to write both uppercase and lowercase letters, write legible words and sentences with proper spacing, and use cursive writing to support literacy development, such as writing essays and assignments. The bill mandates that instructional staff teach cursive writing efficiently and faithfully, following state educational standards. The State Board of Education is encouraged to adopt standards and assess these requirements, and the new instruction will be implemented beginning July 1, 2025, aiming to ensure students maintain the traditional skill of handwriting in an increasingly digital world.