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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 personalized attention to their student, resulting in targeted support, and personalized literacy learning.

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The frequency of a learning experience. For example, Reading Partners students receive twice weekly tutoring for maximum growth.

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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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9th Annual Read to Succeed Breakfast

November 26, 2025

LITERACY AND PUBLIC EDUCATION IN FOCUS

A Conversation with Dr. Meisha Ross Porter and CNN’s Jessica Dean.

Join Reading Partners NYC for our annual Read to Succeed Breakfast, featuring Dr. Meisha Ross Porter, Visiting Senior Fellow at the Center for Educational Innovation and former NYC Schools Chancellor, in conversation with CNN Anchor and Correspondent, Jessica Dean. Together, we will explore the past, present, and future of literacy and public education in New York City, highlighting the power of innovation, collaboration, and community to drive lasting change. Alongside 150 social sector leaders, funders, and education advocates who share a deep commitment to advancing youth literacy, we’ll reflect on lessons learned and our City’s bold, forward-looking vision for student success ahead.

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The Read to Succeed Breakfast is generously underwritten. Every dollar raised will support Reading Partners’ mission of helping children become lifelong readers through community empowerment and individualized instruction.

Wednesday, December 10

601 Lexington Avenue

Doors Open: 8:00 AM
Program Begins: 8:30 AM
Program Ends: 9:30 AM

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DR. MEISHA ROSS PORTER

Speaker

DR. MEISHA ROSS PORTER

Visiting Senior Fellow, Center for Educational Innovation

Former NYC Schools Chancellor

jessica dean

Moderator

JESSICA DEAN

CNN Anchor and Correspondent

Reading Partners NYC Volunteer Tutor

advisory board for read to succeed breakfast

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