They will never read. They have severe disabilities. Two do not even consistently recognize their own names. They come to school, participate in class, and are an important, vital part of the school. They sure don't read, though.
Diversity includes diversity of ability.
I used to make a folder for each student leaving my class, including a brief synopsis of books, levels, and units covered in each subject. I gave it to the student and parents, for them to give to the next teacher. The whole public school philosophy seems to be to give diplomas to everyone who shows up for roll call. The system would work better if teachers stopped making excuses for lazy students. These students are enthusiastic precisely because they have been given the freedom to explore controversial subjects.