School administrators choose READ to complement their existing literacy programs as a timely intervention for those students who are struggling with learning to read. READ provides all curriculum materials and supplies for a successful program, as well ongoing professional development. READ tracks student progress daily and provides monthly reports to teachers and administrators. READ teachers are usually members of the school staff who have interest in early reading and/or cross age tutoring. READ’s one-to-one tutoring and focused practice of basic reading skills free classroom teachers to concentrate on more sophisticated comprehension strategies and vocabulary development.
READ currently works with public, parochial and charter schools. READ is a contracted vendor with the New York City Department of Education to provide Academic Intervention Services (AIS) and Supplementary Education Services (SES).
Classroom teachers report that READ students demonstrate solid reading skills and are eager to participate in class. Parents report that READ students read independently at home.