Almost 30% of third grade children do not pass standardized reading tests in DC. As adults, 36 % of DC residents function at the lowest level of literacy, functional illiteracy. 

The DC Reads Program is committed to meeting this challenge by providing quality tutoring for children in need.  We work with DC Public Schools, and community-based organizations to support literacy in Washington, DC.  DC Reads provides on-site, 1-2 hour tutoring sessions in public schools and community-based organizations. The goal of DC Reads is to improve the reading proficiency of all elementary students.

Be a DC Reads Tutor!

The DC Reads Program at GW is excited that Fall semester tutoring is underway!  If you are interested in getting involved, you may read information on our application process and access the online application here.  Interested in tutoring next semester? Check back wtih us in January!

We hope that you will find the information on our website helpful!  If you still have questions, please contact us for more details (gwudcreads@gmail.com; (202) 994-7224).  With over 300 tutors, it is a strong and inspiring group to be a part of!

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