MISSION
We recruit high school teams to mentor and become role models for at-risk elementary school readers. Our goal is to promote growth for both our student-athletes and our young readers.
A TEAM EFFORT
Collaboration and service are at the heart of our program as we build a team of educators, student-athletes, and sponsors to provide one-on-one support to achieve personal and academic success.
RESULTS
Since 2003, our mentoring program has involved nearly 14,000 students and donated over 72,000 books. Our young readers have consistently and significantly improved scores on standardized reading tests (DRA).
Reaching Out To
Struggling Readers
Wendell Byrd, the founder of Readers Are Leaders, taught elementary students and coached high school athletes for over 30 years. He is dedicated to having young students experience the power and joy of reading and to having high school athletes experience the rewards of community service.
Interested in helping
readers at your school?
Take the first step toward building a successful partnership. We look for elementary school teachers and administrators who are fully committed to helping their at-risk readers.