--- title: Georgia districts are driving reading growth with early intervention description: See how GA districts from Atlanta to Quitman County are leading the reading reform. image: https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Data%20and%20Assessments_Always%20on%20Campaign@3x-100.jpg --- [![Ignite Reading](https://ignite-reading.com/wp-content/uploads/ignite-logo.svg)](https://ignite-reading.com/) - [Why Ignite](https://ignite-reading.com/foundational-reading-skills-tutoring/) - [Why Ignite](https://ignite-reading.com/foundational-reading-skills-tutoring/) - [Our Impact](https://ignite-reading.com/our-reading-tutoring-impact/) - [Our Structured Literacy Program](https://ignite-reading.com/structured-literacy-tutoring-program/) - [Our Structured Literacy Program](https://ignite-reading.com/structured-literacy-tutoring-program/) - [Reading Tutors](https://ignite-reading.com/reading-tutors/) - [Curriculum](https://ignite-reading.com/foundational-literacy-skills-curriculum/) - [District & School Supports](https://ignite-reading.com/tutoring-services/) - [Tutor for Us](https://ignite-reading.com/online-tutoring-jobs/) - [Tutor for Us](https://ignite-reading.com/online-tutoring-jobs/) - [Science of Reading Certification](https://ignite-reading.com/science-of-reading-certification/) - [Start Dates](https://ignite-reading.com/start-dates-virtual-tutoring-jobs/) - [Become a Tutor](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/ignite-reading/69627d89-3898-492f-88fe-d9c4b3271741) - [About Us](https://ignite-reading.com/about-us/) - [About Us](https://ignite-reading.com/about-us/) - [Our Team](https://ignite-reading.com/our-team/) - [Careers](https://ignite-reading.com/careers/) - [Ignite in the News](https://ignite-reading.com/news/) - [Help Center](https://knowledge.ignite-reading.com/home?hsLang=en) - Find Your State - [Georgia](https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia) - [California](https://go.ignite-reading.com/california-reading-intervention?hsLang=en) - [Massachusetts](https://info.ignite-reading.com/massachusetts?hsLang=en) - [Insights](https://ignite-reading.com/insights/) - [Request a demo](https://info.ignite-reading.com/district-meeting?utm_source=ignitereading&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=stickynav&hsLang=en) [![ignite-logo](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/ignite-logo.svg "ignite-logo")](http://ignite-reading.com) [mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia%20&body=Check%20out%20https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia&media=https://23384537.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/23384537/Data%20and%20Assessments_Always%20on%20Campaign@3x-100.jpg](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia%20&body=Check%20out%20https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia&media=https://23384537.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/23384537/Data%20and%20Assessments_Always%20on%20Campaign@3x-100.jpg) # Nearly 2 in 3 Georgia 3rd graders a**ren’t reading proficient**1 ### GA districts are closing that gap in just 15 minutes a day Schools across Georgia,  from Atlanta to Quitman County, are closing foundational skills gaps and creating confident readers with 1:1 high intensity literacy tutoring. And they’re not just helping older readers catch up; they’re following the research and intervening in 1st grade, when it matters most.   [![\Request a meeting\](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/23384537/interactive-222401129361.png)](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLIam1VeYkacSsEskAMA10km4Xm8tJNBKEe13yiqEi8oDtDMVRTTDQMcoQ3AKHbd3H9Snbb3DLqRSI%2B2LYq3XOULIyekqzKT8IACBcjeursZsNFD63hOK1QOE4tu8zZx%2FXIAyUrAtusaEjGHO3kqHaVm1cqWMqYgmGpM3blxitGxLurcmyNWvEd%2BWSC0pekycJxer9vaKcTMsSjS95YHAWGC4d4YwOm8phNug%2Fx03tjFZ3vQtQpgeDY24Ok4I55jx9%2FccRaiZj3JbpXmDpQH0yYqlkQBI2ShTL7pJahcbRglMSrgbJaHBdKtQgXOZtSkNw%3D%3D&webInteractiveContentId=222401129361&portalId=23384537&hsLang=en) ![GA State Landing Page Hero Image@2x-8-1](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Demand%20Gen%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Demand%20Gen%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Landing%20Page%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/State%20Specific%20Landing%20Page%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/GA%20State%20Landing%20Page%20Hero%20Image@2x-8-1.png?width=1000&height=1000&name=GA%20State%20Landing%20Page%20Hero%20Image@2x-8-1.png)   - [Funding and alignment](https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia#hs_cos_wrapper_module_17464733335273) - [Efficacy](https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia#hs_cos_wrapper_widget_1779365120512) - [Hear from GA districts](https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia#hs_cos_wrapper_module_17775026665627) - [Resources for GA leaders](https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia#hs_cos_wrapper_module_17900171883056) - [Book a meeting](https://info.ignite-reading.com/georgia#hs_cos_wrapper_module_17900165575368_) ### “We have fully bought into this idea that if we really want all of our kids to be readers, we need to hyper-focus foundational literacy efforts to *ensure our kids are reading on benchmark* at the end of first grade.” ### **Shraddha Nunziata** Sr Director of Special Projects and Initiatives Savannah-Chatham Public Schools # 62% of Georgia 3rd graders don’t read proficiently1 ## GA districts are closing that gap in just 15 minutes a day Schools across Georgia,  from Atlanta to Quitman County, are closing foundational skills gaps and creating confident readers with 1:1 high intensity literacy tutoring. And they’re not just helping older readers catch up; they’re following the research and intervening in 1st grade, when it matters most. “We have fully bought into this idea that if we really want all of our kids to be readers, we need to hyper-focus foundational literacy efforts to ensure our kids are reading on benchmark at the end of first grade.” –Shraddha Nunziata, Sr Director of Special Projects and Initiatives, Savannah-Chatham Public Schools 6%→ 48% 1st graders reading on grade level2 after one year with Ignite Reading 5.4mo of additional reading growth vs. national benchmarks3 across all student groups 500+ Districts already building stronger readers with Ignite Reading ## The intervention layer your unified literacy plan needs ### Aligned to Georgia’s Early Literacy Act (HB 1193) and Title I eligible Your screeners identify the students. Ignite Reading delivers the early targeted intervention, and the proof it worked, all inside the plan your district already has to run. ![A young child laughing while holding a large book open in front of their face, surrounded by a pink background and illustrated circle graphics](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Demand%20Gen%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Demand%20Gen%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Landing%20Page%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Illustrated%20Images%20for%20Landing%20Pages%20%5BMKTG%5D/Square%20image%2018@2x-8.png?width=1140&height=1021&name=Square%20image%2018@2x-8.png "A young child laughing while holding a large book open in front of their face, surrounded by a pink background and illustrated circle graphics") ![Target\_Light Purple@2x-8](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Content%20Marketing%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Icons%20%5BMKTG%5D/Light%20Purple%20Icons/Target_Light%20Purple@2x-8.png) #### Scale differentiated instruction Every child, from MLLs to students with IEPs, receives targeted 1:1 intervention 15 minutes a day, helping every learner grow as a confident reader. ![Hour glass\_Light Purple@2x-8](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Content%20Marketing%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Icons%20%5BMKTG%5D/Light%20Purple%20Icons/Hour%20glass_Light%20Purple@2x-8.png) #### Watch growth happen and show the evidence Screeners and diagnostics that flag kids early, pinpointing specific gaps; frequent progress monitoring that tracks growth as it happens; and detailed district, school, and student reporting that tells teachers what to do next and shows your board the plan is working. ![Magnifying glass\_Light Purple@2x-8](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Content%20Marketing%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Icons%20%5BMKTG%5D/Light%20Purple%20Icons/Magnifying%20glass_Light%20Purple@2x-8.png) #### Amplify the work of your literacy coaches Expand the capacity of your literacy coach without adding to their workload. Our certified literacy tutors deliver the daily Tier 2 and Tier 3 intervention, while your literacy coach directs and monitors it using our progress data. ![Lightbulb\_Light Purple@2x-8](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Content%20Marketing%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Icons%20%5BMKTG%5D/Light%20Purple%20Icons/Lightbulb_Light%20Purple@2x-8.png) #### Meet Science of Reading mandates across your MTSS Each student in early intervention receives explicit and systematic instruction from a certified literacy tutor trained in the Science of Reading. ## Hear from the districts leading Georgia’s literacy reform ![Boy reading with georgia state outline as graphic elements](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Demand%20Gen%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Demand%20Gen%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Landing%20Page%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/State%20Specific%20Landing%20Page%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Georgia%20Blog%20Image%202%20(2).png?width=800&height=800&name=Georgia%20Blog%20Image%202%20(2).png "Boy reading with georgia state outline as graphic elements") ![Cherie Goldman](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Demand%20Gen%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Demand%20Gen%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Landing%20Page%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Webinar%20Panelist%20Headshot%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Cherie%20Goldman.png) Dr. Cherie Goldman Literacy Effectiveness Officer, Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools "Not only were the students receiving Ignite \[Reading\] showing growth, but they were also making more average percentile growth than their comparison peers. Almost 30% were making highly accelerated growth." ![Nyisha Nelson](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Nyisha%20Nelson_GA%20(1).png) Nyisha Nelson Scholar Support Specialist for the KIPP Atlanta region, Atlanta Public Schools "The program had everything built in: the curriculum, the progress monitoring's there, the data that can be shared out, not only just to the children so they can understand it, but teachers, families, and other stakeholders too." ![Monica McDaniel\_GA](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Monica%20McDaniel_GA.png) Dr. Monica McDaniel Former Director of Elementary Curriculum, Meriwether County School System "We no longer could just say, oh, this child can't read. Now we can specifically say where that student is in those foundational skills. We can say, without a doubt, what they have mastered, what they still need to master."   ## Resources for GA district leaders ![Boy and girl reading together](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Demand%20Gen%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Demand%20Gen%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Images%20for%20Resources%20%5BMKG%5D/4.jpg) **The case for reading tutoring before 3rd grade, not after**  In Savannah-Chatham, leaders are inoculating reading problems before they happen, proving that remediation isn’t inevitable. [Read more](https://www.edweek.org/leadership/the-case-for-reading-tutoring-before-3rd-grade-not-after/2026/02) ![A girl reading in the grass](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Demand%20Gen%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Demand%20Gen%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Images%20for%20Resources%20%5BMKG%5D/3.jpg) **How to improve Georgia Milestones reading scores** Year after year, the GMAS test scores show far too few Georgia 3rd graders are reading at proficient levels. Where should district and school leaders be looking to reverse that trend? [Find out](https://ignite-reading.com/insights/georgia-milestones-reading-scores/) ![Teacher reading to class](https://info.ignite-reading.com/hubfs/Demand%20Gen%20Files%20%5BMKTG%5D/Demand%20Gen%20Images%20%5BMKTG%5D/Images%20for%20Resources%20%5BMKG%5D/7.jpg) **What true differentiation looks like at scale in GA** Hear how 3 districts have leveled the playing field for their MLLs and students with IEPs without unsustainable burdens on their teachers. [Watch now](https://info.ignite-reading.com/lunch-and-learn-ga?hsLang=en) ## Request a district demo  If you’re ready to see Ignite Reading in action, please fill out this form. In 15-30 minutes, you'll get a clear read on where your readers stand and a straight answer on whether Ignite Reading fits alongside what you're already doing. We'll dive into your literacy priorities, the supports you have in place, and where gaps may remain. Together, you’ll explore how targeted 1:1 intervention could complement your current approach, whether you’re evaluating additional support now or planning for the future. Data Sources: 1.  Georgia Council on Literacy, Georgia Reads 2024 State  Milestones 2\. Center for Research and Reform in Education, The Johns Hopkins University; 2026 3\. 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