research-backed

From regular student assessment to contracting for independent studies, 鶹 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, 鶹 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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Expanding opportunities to successfully support young readers | Augenblick, Palaich, and Associates 

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An independent, five-year study conducted by Augenblick, Palaich, and Associates (APA), a leading national education research and evaluation firm, has affirmed the strength of 鶹’ program. Specifically, 鶹 was able to launch quickly, sustain, and implement our program with fidelity in a new region. Moreover, APA found that students served by 鶹—and particularly English Language Learners—showed significantly greater improvement in their literacy skills than comparison students not served by the program.

  • Full report: “Expanding Opportunities to Successfully Support Early Readers: A Five-Year Study of Reading Partners Colorado”
  • Executive summary

View a summary of the study findings in the infographic: