A simple, service-based approach to improving literacy during the school day.
Kinetic partners with schools to improve reading by structuring service-based learning during the school day.
The model is simple, low-cost, and works within existing classes and schedules—using people and time schools already have.
For Schools
What Kinetic Looks Like In Practice
High school students volunteer weekly with younger readers.
Sessions are built into existing classes
No additional staff or curriculum required
Schools use reading assessments they already administer
The work happens during the school day, in the school community.
How Kinetic Works
Identify a cohort of student volunteers
Serve weekly with younger readers during scheduled class time
Review progress at regular intervals using existing assessments
Adjust and sustain the program
Kinetic provides structure and guidance so schools can focus on consistency—not complexity.
Why Kinetic Works
When students help other students learn to read, the impact moves in both directions.
Younger readers gain fluency and confidence through consistent practice.
Older students deepen their own reading skills, comprehension, and sense of purpose.
Kinetic exists to help schools structure this work intentionally—so progress builds over time, not just during isolated efforts.
What Kinetic Provides
Kinetic is a partner in execution, not an additional burden. Kinetic provides schools with:
Program setup and planning support
Guidance on scheduling and structure
Ongoing implementation support throughout the year
Data analysis and help making sense of progress over time
What Kinetic Is NOT
Kinetic is designed to strengthen what schools are already doing—not replace it.
Not a curriculum
Not a testing program
Not a technology product
Not an after-school add-on
Cost & Commitment
Kinetic works with schools through a year-long implementation partnership.
Costs reflect planning, setup, and ongoing support—and are often shared with donor partners to reduce the financial burden on schools.
Details are discussed collaboratively to ensure fit.
Let's Start A ConversationIf you’re interested in a literacy approach that is realistic, service-based, and built to last, we’d welcome the conversation.