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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mia smith

Mia Smith

Mia joined Reading Partners in 2020 as a program coordinator and is excited to bring her 4 years of experience in nonprofit management to the team as a development associate. Mia graduated from Drexel University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in entrepreneurship before attending Denver University for her master of nonprofit leadership with a focus on mission-driven operations and management. As a lifelong reading lover and an advocate for education, Reading Partners was a perfect fit for Mia as she continues to pursue education-based nonprofits.