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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Chris D’Amato

After graduating from Wake Forest University Chris taught special education for four years in both Phoenix and New York City, working with students from kindergarten to sixth grade. Chris’ experiences have largely focused on helping struggling readers at all different age levels. Chris joined Reading Partners in 2012 as a program manager in the San Francisco region before moving back to New York City. Chris hopes to ensure that the Reading Partners program is as consistent and effective as possible for every single student enrolled every school year.

You can reach Chris at christopher.damato@readingpartners.org.