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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Amanda Fisher

Amanda Fisher is responsible for developing fundraising and community engagement strategies to help support expansion of the organization. She brings more than a dozen years of fundraising and event planning experience in addition to her talent and enthusiasm for developing creative and goal-oriented campaigns. Prior to joining Reading Partners, Amanda served as the director of development for the Village Learning Place where she oversaw and implemented all major fundraising efforts. She has also worked as the event manager for Moveable Feast in Baltimore. Originally from North Carolina, Amanda earned her bachelor’s degree from Furman University in Greenville, SC.