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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Maris Goodstein

Maris Goodstein

Maris has spent the last decade in the nonprofit sector working to close the achievement gap in low-income communities. Before joining Reading Partners as executive director for the New York region in 2013, she spent seven years with City Year New York, most recently as chief of staff. Maris is a passionate leader who believes that volunteerism can help address critical problems facing our country. She is a vegetarian, and enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family. She is a proud Barnard College alumna. You can reach Maris at maris.goodstein@readingpartners.org.