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Tag: literacy

Two elementary school children sit at a round table in a library with books lining the shelves behind them.
Posted inEducation Equity

Want to help kids read? Apply to receive free books and money to start a literacy program

Ashley McBride headshot by Ashley McBride September 12, 2023September 12, 2023

The Oakland Literacy Coalition is looking to support community groups serving preschool to high school-aged children.

Sabrina Moore, a Black woman, stands in front of a class of fifth graders holding a worksheet listing goals for middle schoolers.
Posted inEducation Equity

With a community’s help, she learned to read as an adult. Now she teaches literacy in Oakland schools

Ashley McBride headshot by Ashley McBride June 27, 2023June 27, 2023

Sabrina Moore graduated from high school not knowing how to read. Now it’s her mission to raise literacy rates across Oakland.

students sitting at a table with laptops and headphones receive virtual tutoring
Posted inEducation Equity

Literacy tutoring programs show promise in Oakland

Ashley McBride headshot by Ashley McBride November 21, 2022June 27, 2023

Most Oakland Unified School District third graders are not reading at grade level. Many schools are turning to “high-dosage” tutoring from community-based organizations to help.

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