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“[An] inspirational account… Bailey doesn’t hold back in criticizing systemic inequalities in public schools and society at large, but her optimism shines through. Educators, parents, and school administrators will want to take a look.” — Publishers Weekly

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“Once you learn to read, you are forever free.” Frederick Douglass

Our Mission

To improve reading skills in low-income communities by providing one-to-one literacy tutoring, free books for home libraries, and an inspiring, high-energy learning environment.

Our Vision

The vision of Freedom Readers Inc. is to interrupt the cycle of poverty by providing opportunities for children to develop advanced literacy skills that will improve their academic performance and increase long-term career prospects.

“Children who read well by grade three are more likely to graduate from high school.” Source: Annie E. Casey Foundation

Designed to support parents and caregivers who are concerned about their child’s progress in literacy, this virtual 6-8 week service is offered in addition to the after school and summer literacy program and Advanced Placement Prep program we already offer.

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Summer 2021 Session

Week of June 28th through Week of August 2nd

Please download & review our Summer 2021 COVID Safety Plan

Caregivers & Tutors, please download, sign & return the below waiver forms to your site’s Team Leader or mail them to the Freedom Readers’ office:

Piney Grove Baptist in Andrews

Tuesdays @ 4:00 pm-5:30 pm

At Piney Grove Baptist (starting June 29th)

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Laurel Woods

Mondays @ 3:00 pm-4:30 pm

At Laurel Woods Clubhouse (Starting June 28th)

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Arnett AME Church in Georgetown

Thursdays @ 4:00 pm-5:30 pm

At Arnett AME Church in Georgetown (Starting July 1st)

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Bay Pointe Apartments

Mondays @ 10:00 am-11:30 am

At Bay Pointe Apartments (Starting June 28th)

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Volunteer adult tutors are trained in the skills needed to work effectively at keeping young scholars interested, motivated, and having fun as they learn.

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The Imagineering Labs Sat., March 6th at 10am

January 28, 2021

Don’t forget to register your kids for The Imagineering Labs! Our next class is March 6th at 10am. Email Mikayla…

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Impact Stories

Meet Neville Anson – Future Scientist

Neville is a scholar attending our summer session at Mt. Olive AME Church. During the first two weeks at Freedom Readers, Neville struggled to find his confidence when it came time to present his speech in front of the group.... Continue reading

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