Traditional handwriting is making a comeback in schools in one state after new legislation was just signed to require cursive instruction in first through sixth grade.

The proposed legislation would require "instruction in cursive handwriting or joined italics to be taught in the appropriate grade level." ...

As the cursive debate continues around the country, Texas schools will introduce the penmanship instruction in the second grade.

A New Jersey lawmaker has introduced a bill requiring elementary schools in the state to teach students how to read and write in cursive by the end of third grade.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Inside the classroom, a new Kentucky law requires students to learn cursive. Senate Bill 167, which passed in 2024, goes into effect this upcoming school year, 2025-2026.

House Bill 4675 aims to develop optional educational curriculums for schools that include cursive reading and writing instruction.

During a campaign event on Wednesday, Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC), who is running for governor of South Carolina, spoke about the importance of cursive.

The effort to revive cursive education in Michigan's public schools is once again underway.

Many of our local schools have been recognized by the Georgia Department of Education for their efforts to teach students cursive.

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