Welcome to Read 2 Achieve

Closing the achievement gap, by equipping Educators and Parents with strategies and techniques to support and empower struggling beginning Readers.

“If a child is a struggling reader or writer, the conclusion must be made that WE have not yet discovered the way to help them learn.” 

(Marie M. Clay)

Family With Young Children Reading Book In Playroom Together

Kindergarden

Mother sitting on sofa in the living room with her children, reading them a book

1st Grade

Close Up Of Children Reading On Window Seat

2nd Grade

Mother with her cute children lying on floor and reading a book in a comfortable home

3rd Grade

“Once you learn to read, you will forever be free.”

(Frederick Douglass)

A little about us

A 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization with a vision to create confident and productive adults by intervening early in grades K-3 to ensure that all students are reading at or above grade level by the end of 3rd grade. Early Intervention will close the achievement gap and end both the, “School-to-Prison” and “School-to-Pregnancy” pipelines. Reforming the Educational system in this manner will be cost effective to society and school systems by reducing special-education classification rates, high-school drop-out rates, teen pregnancy and health care costs. In turn, educators, parents, and all stakeholders will be equipped with the necessary tools, training, coaching, and resources to empower early readers to be critical thinkers and problem-solvers.

“The most common way people give up their power, is by thinking they don’t have any.”

(Alice Walker)

Why Early

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Research has proven that many of societal problems have a direct correlation to illiteracy. According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy (NAAL) and the U.S. Department of Education, 75% of students who cannot read proficiently by the end of 3rd grade will end up in jail or on welfare. More than 60% of all prison inmates are functionally illiterate.

“Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope.”
(Kofi Annan)
Illiteracy
The United States Department of Justice states, “The link between academic failure and delinquency, violence, and crime is welded to reading failure.“ Over 70% of inmates in America’s prisons cannot read above a 4th grade level. The effects of illiteracy extend beyond the Justice system.

“Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope.”
(Kofi Annan)
Health Care
Girls 16-19 years old at the poverty level and below, with below average reading skills, are 6 times more likely to have out-of-wedlock children than their reading peers. Low literacy costs $73 million per year in terms of direct health care costs. Recent studies have put the cost much higher. Early Intervention in Reading must be seen as a cost-effective means to eradicate many of societal ills.

“Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope.”
(Kofi Annan)
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Services

01  Webinars and Seminars

Professional Development for Educators only with customizable topics

02  Workshop and webinars

Parent/Volunteer training with customizable topics

03  E-books

Tips and strategies designed to help struggling readers

04  Audio and video tutorials

Listen or view on the go or when relaxing

Little boy reading a book
Girl reading book in library

05  E-learning

Self-paced learning (coming soon)

06  Tutoring Services

Online tutoring

07  Community Support Group

Online area were you can discuss and share ideas with others

09  News Source

Access to the latest articles and research on how to teach struggling readers

Testimonials

Kim Harmon is a consummate professional. This may sound like a catchphrase, but in Kim’s case, it’s true. Beyond her years of dedication to the field of teaching, Kim has worked in many areas that helped her develop expertise in curriculum and staff development. She is an amazing reading interventionist who helped to train other teachers, like me, so that we would be better able to address the needs of our struggling learners. In addition to her wealth of knowledge, Kim is a people person. Her calm demeanor and positive light shines through in everything she does. She is a passionate leader and an advocate for literacy education.
Dr. Janine RigginsGoogle Certified Educator
Dr. Janine Riggins
As a former teaching colleague of Kim Harmon, and a recipient of Kim’s coaching regarding struggling readers, I have witnessed first-hand the positive effects that the transformational practices Kim presents have on struggling readers. Kim’s supportive and encouraging manner, effortless delivery of strategies, and her ability to make concepts easily understandable instills confidence and understanding in those individuals using the intervention. Using the information and strategies that Kim provided enabled me to better help my struggling readers to become successful readers. I am so excited that Kim is sharing her expertise to help struggling readers succeed through “Read 2 Achieve”.
Kathleen Hofstetter, Ed.DRetired Educator
Kathleen Hofstetter, Ed.D
I was and continue to be so impressed with Kim Harmon. Her strategies, tips, and tools have proven invaluable to me as a parent of a school-aged child. Kim has the ability to break down concepts and elements in education that helps struggling readers so that they can go from struggling to successful. As a parent, I will forever be grateful for her help and willingness to go the extra mile so kids can “Read 2 Achieve”
Kathy Sermon, MHSCEO, SIFS
Kathy Sermon, MHS
It was such a wonderful experience to work with Kimberly Harmon over many years. Her expertise in taking struggling readers from where they are to where they need to be is so valuable. Kimberly’s knowledge, ability to thoroughly explain and passion comes through in her instruction. The strategies and techniques she uses to move students forward based on their strengths and needs are very beneficial.
O. Anderson, M.EdAtlantic City School District
O. Anderson, M.Ed
Kim Harmon is a highly qualified teacher, specially trained in working with students experiencing difficulty with reading and writing. I had the pleasure of training and working with Kim as a Reading Recovery teacher in the Atlantic City Schools. Working alongside of Kimberly, I saw first hand how the techniques and strategies Kim used to teach her students helped them achieve grade-level expectations in reading and writing in a matter of weeks
Omayra Irizary, M.A.EdTeacher
Omayra Irizary, M.A.Ed
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