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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Nadia McNeil-Thomas

Nadia McNeil-Thomas (she/her) recently served as the Academic Tutoring and Mentoring Partner for AARP Foundation Experience Corps DC Metro Branch. In this role, Nadia was responsible for volunteer training, partner relations, program management, and evaluation, and records maintenance and compliance. Prior to this, Nadia served as the community engagement specialist where she managed volunteer and partner relationships and assisted with training implementation. She holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Regent University and a BS in Business Management from Georgetown University where she was a collegiate track and field athlete. She is currently pursuing a certificate in Early Childhood Education from Trinity University.

Nadia has worked and served in the education field for over 20 years in various capacities. Her past work includes serving as an education director and program director for Out of School Time Non-Profit organizations. She also served at the National Youth Service in Kingston, Jamaica, Reading is Fundamental in DC, and Hands on Atlanta in Atlanta, GA. She has been actively serving in other capacities in the DC community through church involvement, the PTO at her daughter’s schools, volunteering as a mentor and or coach, and teaching fitness programs for adults and kids. Nadia has a passion for fitness, health, wellness, and children. She considers herself on a mission field to enhance youth’s education, particularly those in low-income areas who are considered at-risk.