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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Mike Baker

Originally from Buffalo, New York, Mike is a recent transplant to California bringing ten years of experience in the nonprofit sector. Before joining Reading Partners in 2015, Mike served as an AmeriCorps VISTA, and later, education director with The Boys and Girls Clubs of Buffalo. He has worked with refugee and at-risk youth in various domestic and international capacities through his entire career. Mike holds a Bachelor of Arts in history and teaching certification in social studies from SUNY Buffalo. Mike is also a master’s candidate in sustainable development from S.I.T. at Brattleboro, Vermont. In his free time Mike enjoys rock climbing, traveling, coffee, and getting into a really good book.