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This superintendent couldn’t read as a kid. Now he wants to ensure every kid can.

Sports Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM · 1 min read

This superintendent couldn’t read as a kid. Now he wants to ensure every kid can. — Decatur Schools news

The 74 reports Providence Superintendent Javier Montañez, who struggled to read as a child, is dedicated to enhancing literacy for all students in his district.

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