Meet Ashley Renick, RAR’s Senior Programs and Partnerships Manager, Philanthropy

09.06.2023 Team

Where are you from originally? Where are you currently located?

I was born in Buffalo, New York and I am currently living in Oakland, California.

Let us know a fun fact about you?

I traveled around the world for 100 days on a cruise ship visiting more than 10 countries!

What do you do for fun? What are some of your hobbies?

Hiking, gardening and tennis.

Best part about working for RAR?

The best part is working with a dedicated team of colleagues and community partners.

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By Michelle Torgerson, CEO of Raising a Reader The latest national assessment of educational progress results reveal a sobering reality: American children’s reading skills have reached new lows with little sign of post pandemic recovery. As reported in The New York Times, 40% of 4th graders and 33% of 8th graders now perform at a below basic level in reading and ...

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The Power of Family Connections: Helping Children Thrive Through Shared Reading

At Raising a Reader, we know that families play a crucial role in a child’s early learning journey. Research consistently shows that strong family connections—especially through shared reading—can boost a child’s confidence, school readiness, and love of learning. Why Family Connections Matter Studies show that when families feel confident and engaged in their child’s educational journey, children are more likely ...