research-backed

From regular student assessment to contracting for independent studies, Reading Partners systematically collects, analyzes, and uses data to generate knowledge, improve programs, and report on impacts.

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science of reading

The established and growing research we have about how students learn to read, including systemic phonics education.

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individualized

A facet of high-dosage tutoring in which a tutor offers one-on-one attention to their student, resulting in targeted support, and personalized literacy learning.

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high-dosage

The frequency of a learning experience. For example, Reading Partners students receive twice weekly tutoring for maximum growth.

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educational equity

Ensuring every student, no matter their race, gender, socioeconomic level, or location has access to the resources and support they need to succeed in school and in life.

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Abby Hoffman

After obtaining a degree in human services from Western Washington University, Abby Hoffman moved with her husband and two dogs to Austin, Texas. There she helped manage and operate several restaurants. After several years, she decided to give up the food and beverage industry and return to her first love of helping children succeed. Abby returned to her hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma, to join Teach for America (TFA). After serving with TFA, she joined the Tulsa Area United Way as an agency specialist. Joining Reading Partners in 2018, Abby brings a background in management, education, and nonprofit experience to her role as senior operations manager. She currently spends her leisure time with her husband, two dogs, and most importantly, her bossy and brilliant one-year old, Louisa.