Baraboo Reading Success Initiative
Welcome Families
Together we can help every child receive the gift of reading.
Goal: Baraboo becomes the #1 community in Wisconsin for
Reading Success!
50 Scholarships Available
We have 50 scholarships worth $200 each to the most effective online reading program we have found to date.
This program is based upon over 50 years of research and development and field implementation.
Review the program website to learn more. www.readingkingdom.com
Please fill out and submit the form below to apply. (Go to form)
Start today--free, easy activities you can do at home
There are different activities based upon age.
We will provide more details about what to do in each category through the orientation process.
Ages 0-5
Activities during this age range sets the stage for academic success through reading aloud, talking, playing, and nurturing. The right daily life experiences can build strong neural connections that empower learning. Learn more
Grades K-3
Continue similar activities as outlined under Ages 0-5. Complete the Skill Scan to identify any Skill Gaps. Add Reading Kingdom to your training, 15 minutes daily.
Grades 4-12
Students who struggle in the age range likely have a Skill Gap. Complete the Skill Scan and address any Skill Gaps. Complete the Gibson Test of Brain Skill. Complete the Brain Training Program.
Skill Scan
There are several skill areas that must be evaluated, one step at a time. Please do not look at the list and feel overwhelmed. We are working to build a course with short videos that will walk you through the steps. We will provide access to more materials throughout the orientation process.
1. Family Survey
2. Adverse Childhood Experiences
3. Mindset and Social Emotional Skills
4. ADD/ADHD
5. Visual Processing Skills
6. Basic reading placement assessment
Training Programs
Home activities
Many fun activities parents can do at home daily.
Reading Kingdom
Award-winning, comprehensive early program delivered online. Only 15 minutes of training daily.
BrainSkills
Online cognitive skill training program used in over 150 clinics worldwide.
How our Program is Different
Holistic and integrated approach
Traditional early reading programs focus on instruction. They spend a lot of time drilling phonics, which has an important role, but they don't properly prepare a student to achieve reading proficiency. There are two elements to reading success, instruction and learning effectiveness. We focus on the skills that empower learning.
Family is the key to success
Families have the power to ensure their children succeed. Families can provide the right life experiences from birth to third grade to help their child build the skills that achieve reading proficiency. These same skills will also help students succeed in all subjects.
Welcome to the Journey
There are many activities you can begin doing at home today.
Start building a strong learning skill foundation for your children.
If you would like to apply for a scholarship and participate in our programs,
please fill out and submit the form below.
Sorry to repeat, but we need your contact information in the form to match it to your record in our system.
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