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Hadassah of Greater Miami
Nominated by Sylvania Heights Elementary SchoolThe Hadassah Reading Partners “Read Write Now!” Tutoring Program focuses its interests and energies in providing one-to-one instruction in reading in an informal but yet effective setting. A total of 27 tutors were paired with students who were identified as needing remediation in the area of reading. Tutors work individually with the students twice a week for 35-minute sessions, and keep detailed records of each child’s progress. The tutors utilize materials provided by the classroom teachers and the school. In addition, once a month, a member of the Miami Heat or Miami Sol visits the students and provides story sessions for reading motivation. Research shows a connection between literacy and violence prevention. Approximately 80 percent of juvenile offenders are illiterate, and 85 percent of those in prison are high school dropouts. At Sylvania Heights, 74 percent of the students have increased their academic point average in reading comprehension as well as improved their self-esteem. Additionally, students demonstrated more interest in reading and checked out more library books than the previous year.
Honorable Mention:
City of Miami Beach
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