Read 180 Stage C - High School
2010-2011
“Read 180 changed the way that I write…The spelling zone helped me spell my academic words correctly…” (Luis Rodriguez, 901)
“I recommend Read 180 because you can improve your vocabulary and your reading fluency with the software. You read it and reread it.”
(Maybelline Santana, 1001)
“Read 180 helped me become a more confident reader and to understand and to pay attention to what I’m reading more. “ (Daiquimilda Pichardo, 1201)
“…I would repeat this experience because it is a great process to learn new words and how to read better…” (Freisy Polanco, 901)
“…what I like most about Read 180 are the video clips that talk about the subject…it gives me an idea to visualize what I am learning…” (Roger Hernandez, 1201)
“…I didn’t want to be in the program, but I had no choice so I decided to give it a try. Read 180 helped me a lot. It taught me words that I never knew and my reading got better…” (Christian Bueno, 1001)
“…At first, I really didn’t like this class because I thought it was for special education but then I realized that I was wrong… I like this program a lot because now I consider myself as the “other” people with advanced English…” (Liliana Almanzar, 901)
“…My reading and writing is getting better. I like the point that my grades are better or a little better than last year…”
(Geleny Martinez, 1001)
“…Ever since I started Read 180 I started liking books in a way I never did before. I used to think there was no point in reading books, but now I know that’s the way you learn…” (Victor Jimenez, 1001)
“…I’m feeling positive when I read…when I read books now I actually like reading books…” (Javier Contreras, 1201)
“Read 180 definitely helped me because I’ve seen words that I haven’t seen before and kept on practicing until I mastered them…” (JJ Brodrick, 1001)
“…I would love to repeat this experience because it helped me a lot and because of it, I’m a better speaker and writer…”
Linaimee Belliard (1101)
“…when I’m in the Reading Zone, I learn to speak English and understand…” (Juana Martinez, 1101)
“…my lexile has increased, my vocabulary has expanded, I talk more professionally and my spelling is great now…” (Sheila Samboy, 1201)
"2010 Scholastic All Stars"
Read 180 Stage B
Reno
Freeport Intermediate School, Freeport, TX
Reno began his seventh grade year in the wake of Hurricane Ike, his family's home was destroyed and their belongings ruined. Reno's motivation in the classroom though was not altered by this tragic event. Before entering
READ 180, Reno recalls "I did not feel good about myself...I did not feel confident about myself. I felt embarrassed.” Reno has an entirely new outlook on reading after two years in READ 180 and is determined to continue to grow as a reader. "Today, I am able to understand all my classes, especially word problems in math... READ 180 has changed my life!"
Daniel
I.S. 2 George L Egbert School, Staten Island, NY
Ricky
Spring Mills Middle School, Martinsburg, WV
Ricky had a very tough time transitioning from his life in Mexico to his new home in the United States. At school, he was frustrated that he couldn't learn to read and considered dropping out of school. When his teachers asked him about reading, he responded "I don't read." Now, after two years of intervention with READ 180, Ricky has transitioned out of the program and is reading at an eighth grade level. "READ 180 has helped me in so many ways. Now I have goal. I want to be the first member of my family to graduate from high school and college." Read 180 Stage C
East Aurora High School, East Aurora, IL
When the war ended in Liberia, Elizabeth left everything that was familiar to move to the United States and begin a new life. As an English Language Learner, Elizabeth struggled with the language, unable to articulate her thoughts or engage with her classmates. She remembers feeling "afraid that [she] would never learn to read." After seven months using READ 180, Elizabeth is now reading fluently, participating in class discussions, and interacting with the other students. In addition, Elizabeth has not only used the READ 180 program to improve her reading and writing skills, but also as a tool to channel the painful experiences she endured in her homeland. Says Elizabeth, "I am proud of myself that I did learn to read and am still learning. I have self-confidence I didn't have before. It makes me feel better about my life."
Los Alamitos High School, Los Alamitos, CA
Samantha began the school year thinking she didn't need reading support or READ 180. When she learned that her reading scores were on a first grade level, Samantha was motivated to become a better student. After two and a half years in READ 180, Samantha has improved twelve grade levels.
"READ 180 has taught me how to read and write so much better than I could before. I have had such a great experience and I will never forget how I was taught to read better."
James Campbell High School, Ewa Beach, HI
Born in the Philippines, Jhumar moved to the United States struggling with the English language. He started the school year disinterested in school and fell behind. After five months in READ 180, Jhumar has jumpstarted his education, improving four grade levels. "With the help of my hardworking teacher and READ 180, a new world I have never imagined opened up to me—the fun world of reading."
