Reading Plus
One-on-one literacy support for students who need it most
The Challenge
Too many kids in our neighborhood can't read at grade level.
Without early support, struggling readers fall further behind each year, affecting every subject and lowering confidence in the classroom.
How Reading Plus Makes A Difference
Our Response
Reading Plus provides one-on-one tutoring for elementary students who need help the most.
Using the Orton-Gillingham approach, we focus on closing reading gaps and helping students believe in their ability to learn.
Inside the Program
Students work with trained tutors in a quiet and encouraging space, either on-site at Urban Ventures or during the school day at their school.
Each session is tailored to the student’s needs, pace, and progress.
The Outcome
Students catch up in reading and rediscover their love of learning. They begin to believe in their abilities. The confidence spreads across their life.
On average, a student makes two months of progress for each month in the program.
Reading Plus helps young readers catch up (and thrive) in the classroom.
💛 You Can Help Make This Possible
Programs like this are possible because of people who believe in the potential of every child and family we serve.
Your generosity fuels lasting change across our neighborhood and for the generations to come.