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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ankita aras

Ankita Aras

Ankita began her development career in Virginia working with grass-roots efforts in the public health space and fundraising for campaigns supporting independent businesses to scale. Prior to joining Reading Partners, Ankita managed idea-to-launch fundraising strategies and analytics at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. A graduate from the College of William & Mary with a bachelor’s degree in economics, she is passionate about driving philanthropic support, advocacy, and awareness to inspire social investments in the people and communities most in need. A transplant from Mumbai, Ankita is excited to call Seattle her new home.