Kids in our community have been struggling with their literacy skills as only 46% of students passed the state reading exam. But now, more students across Maricopa County love reading and are growing their skills thanks to Vello. This year students, teachers, and parents have continued to see improvement and success with this online tutoring program.

Student Impact

• 76% looked forward to reading with their Vello volunteer.
• 77% said reading with a Vello volunteer made them feel better about their reading.
• 60% said reading with a Vello volunteer made them feel more excited about school.
• 69% said reading with a Vello volunteer made them feel more excited about learning.
• Vello students showed an average improvement of 4.7 RAZ-Plus reading levels – that equals 1 year of reading growth!

Teacher Impact

• 70% agreed or strongly agreed that Vello improved classwide engagement of all students.
• 68% agreed or strongly agreed that Vello improved the growth mindset of tutored students.
• 93% agreed or strongly agreed that Vello improved the reading skills of tutored students.

Parent Impact

• 82% agreed or strongly agreed that Vello improved their child’s reading engagement at home.
• 68% agreed or strongly agreed that Vello increased their parental engagement.

Volunteer Impact

• 91% agreed or strongly agreed that Vello helped them make a positive impact on a child’s life.
• 86% agreed or strongly agreed that Vello has given them an opportunity to volunteer that they wouldn’t have had otherwise.
• 90% agreed or strongly agreed that Vello has been a very meaningful use of their time.

We are so proud of these students, teachers, parents, and volunteers. Because you Live United, kids in our community have a greater opportunity to succeed. To learn more about bringing Vello into a classroom near you, contact us today.

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