New Jersey Reinstates Cursive for 3rd–5th Graders
New Jersey will require third-, fourth-, and fifth-graders to learn cursive, taking effect for the next full school year after Gov. Murphy signed the bill on his last day in office. Proponents say handwriting improves memory, writing speed, and the ability to read historic documents, while critics question its relevance in a digital era. The move aligns New Jersey with about two dozen other states that have revived cursive mandates, and the article notes local enthusiasm as well as skepticism. The outgoing governor’s successor, Mikie Sherrill, will oversee implementation.