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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Kelly Rynda

Kelly Rynda is an AmeriCorps VISTA alumna and received her master’s degree in English as a Second Language (ESL) from Hamline University. She splits her time between Reading Partners and the Minnesota Literacy Council and is passionate about quality education for all learners no matter what point they’re at in their lives. She’s dedicated to Reading Partners’ mission of fighting the achievement gap and supporting the success of our Native students, students of color, and students experiencing poverty.