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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Samantha Breault

Before joining the Reading Partners team in July 2016, Samantha spent two years as the site director of a preschool in Redwood City, CA. Samantha’s experience in early childhood education includes teaching kindergarten through first grade and providing reading support to six classrooms as a learning specialist. Samantha received her master’s degree from the University of San Francisco and is excited to return to this vibrant city by supporting students in local public schools. Her favorite children’s book is Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. Samantha is the San Francisco Bay Area team point person for instruction and student progress monitoring.  In addition, she manages the reading centers at Bessie Carmichael, Bret Harte, and Hillcrest.