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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Whitney Mathews

Whitney joined Reading Partners as the Tulsa development manager in 2014. Prior to joining Reading Partners, Whitney worked with a variety of nonprofits in the Tulsa area to achieve fundraising and outreach goals. She is currently serving on the Board of Directors for the Junior League of Tulsa. Her background includes a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science with an emphasis on secondary science education. You can often hear Whitney reading Rapido’s Next Stop by Joelle Jolivet or any Berenstein Bear book to her preschooler.