Cursive reinforced in new Louisiana English language arts standards

May 12th, 2026· 1:08

(The Center Square) – Louisiana students will soon be taught under revised English language arts standards designed to strengthen reading and writing fundamentals, state education officials say. The Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education approved the updated K-12 English language arts standards at the recommendation of State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley. The revisions emphasize phonics-based instruction, grammar, cursive writing and the use of content-rich texts, according to the state Department of Education.