Frequently Asked Questions
Who can host Read On!?
Elementary schools can host the Read On! tutoring program. Please see this informational packet for more information.
What schools host Read On! currently?
FC Joyce Elementary, Michael J. Castori Elementary, and Village Elementary.
How are students able to participate in Read On!?
Students are referred to Read On! by their teacher, school site intervention team, or administration.
Students that participate in Read On! are/have:
1st-5th Grade
Behind in grade level reading
No diagnosed reading or language disabilities/ IEPs
Basic conversational skills in English
How long do students participate? When do they participate in tutoring?
Students receive three, 30-45 minute tutoring sessions per week
Students participate for a minimum of 36 tutoring sessions, at which point they are reassessed to determine if they are to continue in the program.
Students participate in tutoring during and after school. 916 Ink staff and service members work with teachers to schedule students for tutoring either during or after school.
What are the methodologies and curriculum?
Read On! delivers literacy tutoring anchored in the science of reading for striving readers to close their reading gaps and help them reach grade level reading goals.
Please see the Read On! Curriculum and Instruction materials document for more information.
Who do I contact to learn more?
Please contact Christina Nelson, Read On! Program Manager, at christinan@916ink.org to learn more.
How can I partner to have Read On! at my school?
Complete the Read On! Partner Application here.
