Accelerated Reader:

Description: Accelerated Reader is a computer-based program that builds fluency in reading using a point based motivational component. Each student sets a goal at the beginning of the year estimating how many books they will read. As students complete each book, they take a comprehension exam on the computer. For each test they pass, they receive points, which are accumulated and can be exchanged for rewards.
 
Program’s Contact Hours: During the school day
Fees: None
Program Location: Newton County elementary schools
Referral/Recruitment: Newton County Public School System
Program Began: 1997
Lead Agency(s): Newton County Public School System
Program’s Population: Newton County elementary school students
Population at Greatest Risk: Newton County elementary school students
No. of 2001 participants: 6150 Capacity: all enrolled students

How are protective factors increased? Students are encouraged to develop reading skills
How does the program work with diverse racial cultural, economic groups? All students enrolled in Newton County Elementary schools participate in this program

Funding Source(s): Title I School Improvement Grant, Reading First
Evaluation Methods: Reading test scores
What evidence exists the program is effective? Test results
Supporting Organization(s): Individual Community Partners

BENCHMARKS: 2.4, 3.2, 3.3

Contact: Sallie Mills
Address: 3187 Newton Drive Covington, GA 30014
Phone: (770) 787-1330
Fax: (770) 385-6421
e-mail:millss@newton.k12.ga.us
Alternative: Sheree Bryant, Ph.D.
Phone: (770) 787-1330