Scholars of Hope Engage in High Impact Tutoring

Learn to Earn Dayton is proud to announce our partnership with the Omega Community Development Center (Omega CDC) to fund the implementation of the Literacy Tree program at Fairview Elementary. This initiative represents a significant step forward in our commitment to High Impact Tutoring (HIT) as a proven strategy for closing achievement gaps in our community.

This week Literacy Tree was integrated into the existing Scholars of Hope afterschool program. This virtual supplemental literacy instruction is specifically designed to supplement classroom instruction by focusing on foundational reading skills. What makes this program truly remarkable is its accountability; the Literacy Tree guarantees that students will improve their literacy skills within a 12-week window, or the fee is waived to continue their instruction. This level of commitment ensures that our investment is directly translating into measurable student growth.

The pilot program will serve 25 students through a rigorous schedule of 45-minute lessons three days per week. These sessions are led by certified literacy teachers who provide two sessions of core instruction and one dedicated reinforcement session. This structured approach allows for the deep, consistent engagement necessary to move the needle on student performance before the program concludes in April.

"It was such a great kick-off. The scholars were engaged, the staff jumped into action, and smiles were all around. I asked the scholars after class how they felt and they all said they were excited for tomorrow!" - Courtney Dortch-Wright, Director of Out of School Time Programs

This initiative demonstrates the power of aligned community partners. The project was initiated when Montgomery County ESC introduced this literacy tool, creating a synergy between Omega CDC’s leadership, Fairview Elementary, and Dayton Public Schools. By providing the financial support for this program, Learn to Earn Dayton is honored to help provide the high-quality resources these students need to unlock their full potential and master the essential skill of reading.