Reading Partners

Mission:
Reading Partners is dedicated to advancing educational equity by providing high-impact, individualized literacy tutoring to students who are behind grade level in reading. The organization leverages a research-backed curriculum rooted in the science of reading, with a focus on phonics and mastery of foundational literacy skills.

Services and Programs:

• Direct Tutoring:
• One-on-one, high-dosage tutoring sessions (twice weekly) for students in kindergarten through fourth grade who are six months to 2.5 years behind grade level in reading.
• Both in-person and online tutoring formats are available, utilizing trained community volunteers.
• Access to a comprehensive book series and the "Take Reading With You" program.
• On-site program management and continuous progress monitoring to ensure student growth.
• Add-on services include summer tutoring and family engagement/training opportunities.
• Powered by Reading Partners:
• Provides community partners and families with educational materials, curriculum access, and training to implement effective literacy tutoring outside of school settings.

Approach and Impact:

• The curriculum is aligned with the five domains of literacy: phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Instruction is systematically and explicitly taught, with regular assessments administered by coordinators or program partners.
• Reading Partners primarily serves Title I schools, aiming to remove educational barriers for children experiencing poverty.
• In the 2023-24 school year, 92% of principals reported improved school-wide reading progress, and 91% of K-2 students developed mastery of key foundational reading skills.

Eligibility and Service Area:

• Students must be in kindergarten through fourth grade, 6 months to 2.5 years behind grade level in reading, and attend a partner school or community organization.
• The organization operates reading centers and partners with schools and community organizations across multiple regions. Louisa County, VA residents may access services if their school or community organization is a Reading Partners partner.

Additional Information:

• Volunteers are a core part of the program, receiving training to deliver the evidence-based curriculum.
• The organization also offers resources such as activity sheets and a resource hub for families and educators.

For more information about eligibility, program locations, or partnership opportunities, contact the organization directly.