Reading Corps

06/03/2026

A little practice goes a long way! Students who participated in just one weekly oral reading practice session were 17% more likely to meet grade-level reading benchmarks than their peers.

Want to join the impact as a tutor or school partner? Visit ReadingandMath.org to explore opportunities in your community!

06/02/2026

We're so proud to partner with Oneida Nation on their Oneida Reads initiative! Last month, we had the incredible opportunity to showcase our partnership and the Reading Corps program model at a site visit with Wisconsin State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly and staff from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

Together, we're on a mission to help every child be a successful reader!

06/01/2026

Meet Rich, a first-year Reading Tutor in Fresno, California! After putting his college education on hold for a few years, he was looking for a meaningful opportunity to get involved in his community. He soon discovered Reading Corps, and his curiosity led him to serve.

Rich says his favorite part of service is his relationship with students. Knowing that they are just as excited to see him every day as he is with them is one of his favorite feelings. After service, he plans to enroll in school to continue his sociology degree.

Thank you, Rich, for your commitment to creating brighter futures for Fresno students!

05/29/2026

Located in Janesville, Wisconsin, Wilson Elementary tutors have delivered high-impact tutoring sessions to over 130 students! Tutors support K-3 students who need extra help in reading through 20-minute, individualized tutoring sessions—because students who read have the power to succeed!

A special thank you to tutors Courtney and Nicole for your commitment to supporting local students, and to Principal Ashley Wright for helping ensure Wilson Elementary students are on track to be proficient readers. We are grateful for another successful school year!

Is your school or district looking for extra tutoring support? Visit ReadingandMath.org/Partner to learn how we can help!

Wilson Elementary, School District of Janesville

05/27/2026

Earlier this month, eight Reading Tutors graduated from the University of Minnesota with their Master of Education! As part of the Minnesota Grow Your Own Teacher (MNGOT) initiative, these tutors pursued their degrees all while gaining school experience and boosting the skills of local students.

To our graduates — congratulations on this incredible achievement! Your commitment to students is inspiring, and we are eager to see where you end up next. We are proud to have been a part of your journey to teaching!

Learn more about becoming a teacher through service with Reading Corps at ReadingandMath.org/MNGOT.

College of Education and Human Development UMN

05/25/2026

Danni’s decision to serve with Reading Corps came from their passion for working with children. An aspiring paraprofessional and former Personal Care Assistant, the recent high school graduate is no stranger to supporting others. This year, Danni’s enjoying seeing students make progress as they become stronger, more confident readers.

A first-year member, Danni expresses how rewarding it is to know that tutoring is helping more children advance in their reading skills. “Seeing my kids exit and succeed is so fulfilling,” Danni says. “I love allowing them to teach me what they know while I share my knowledge with them.

After service wraps up, Danni plans to use the Segal AmeriCorps Education award to earn a paraprofessional license. Thank you for the care and support you put into your work with students, Danni. We are so happy you chose to become a tutor!

05/22/2026

This school year, tutors serving in Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools have supported over 250 students! Between Reading Corps, Math Corps, and Early Learning Corps, a team of nine tutors has dedicated the year to helping students become more confident and successful learners in reading and math. We're proud to be a long-standing partner of the school district in this important work!

A special thank you to the team at Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools for all that they do to support our incredible tutors—you make our mission possible!

Learn about tutoring opportunities and how you can make a difference next school year at Join.ReadingandMath.org.

05/20/2026

With summer just around the corner, we’re excited to share Reading Corps served more than 34,000 students this school year!

Please join us in celebrating the incredible tutors and school partners who devote their days to helping students build strong skills.

Know someone who would be a great tutor? Please like, comment, and share to help spread the word that more tutors are needed to support local students this fall. Learn more at Join.ReadingandMath.org.

Reading Corps, Math Corps and Early Learning Corps are AmeriCorps programs. We partner with schools to provide extra help for students.

05/18/2026

For this week's , we're shining a light on Diana, an experienced Reading Corps tutor with a lifelong passion for community service and literacy education. With a background in human resources, staff development, and volunteer program leadership, Diana has spent decades mentoring youth, adults, and seniors—and continues to bring that same dedication to her service with young readers.

"I look forward to getting to know and supporting the students," Diana shares. She's seen that impact ripple outward, including one moment when a student she knew from guest reading in her class grew into a confident reader. The student even became a guest reader for fellow readers!

Diana plans to use her Segal AmeriCorps Education Award to continue her own education in nonprofit management and grant writing. Thank you for the creativity and experience you bring to your service, Diana!

05/15/2026

Summit Elementary in Jerome, Idaho, has partnered with Reading Corps since 2024! Our partnership has produced strong results for local learners, with 58 students served over the past two years. This year, Reading Tutor Joyce has been an outstanding support system for students, providing high-impact, individualized support to help K-3 students become better readers.

We want to give special thanks to Principal Amber Boone for being such a strong advocate and supporter. We are proud to be part of your literacy model and are excited to continue our collaboration in the 2026-27 school year!

Looking for a high-impact tutoring solution to help students at your school become stronger readers? Find out what's possible with Reading Corps! Visit ReadingandMath.org/Partner.