Read to Rise 

Helping Young Readers Rise

Read to Rise is Healing Forward Foundation’s youth literacy program designed to help students in grades 3–6 strengthen reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and confidence in a supportive and encouraging environment.

The program combines small-group literacy activities, reading practice, mentorship, progress monitoring, and positive incentives that help children develop stronger skills and a greater love for reading.

Program Details

• Who: Students in grades 3–6

• When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:45–6:15 PM

• Where: Mitchell Landing Apartments Community Room

• Program Length: Six-week core program with opportunities for continued participation

• Cost: Free for participating students

Students receive reading support based on both their current reading level and grade-level expectations. Activities include reading aloud, fluency practice, vocabulary development, comprehension, retelling, and confidence-building exercises.

What Students Will Receive

• Small-group reading instruction and support

• Engaging, age-appropriate books and literacy activities

• Reading-level and grade-level assessments

• Fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension practice

• Encouragement from trained volunteers and mentors

• Take-home reading activities for families

• Rise Stars recognition, certificates, and positive incentives

• Opportunities to build confidence and develop a love for reading

Enroll or Volunteer

Families interested in enrolling a student and individuals interested in volunteering are invited to connect with Healing Forward Foundation.

Volunteers may serve on Tuesdays, Thursdays, or both days. All program volunteers must complete an orientation and required background screening before working with students.

Phone: 410-713-5098
Email: healingforwardfoundation@gmail.com