Read Source

What Read Source does

ReadSource is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 2014 as the public outreach arm of The Schenck School, an Atlanta-based institution with 60+ years of experience remediating dyslexia. The organization delivers Orton-Gillingham Academy accredited training courses, workshops, and multi-year practicum programs that certify educators at the Classroom Educator, Associate, and Clinical Levels, using the Schenck School Reading Model grounded in the Science of Reading. It also operates IACET-accredited continuing education, with course pricing ranging from $500 to $3,000 per offering, and a free asynchronous Reading Readiness course (Reaching All Readers) that functions as a top-of-funnel offering.

The organization sells primarily to three audience sets: individual educators seeking certification and CEUs, schools and districts seeking customized professional development aligned with Georgia HB 538 and Senate Bill 232, and parents or families seeking resources for dyslexic learners. Direct learner support is delivered through three programs: the Purpose Built Schools Atlanta partnership (serving over 150 students since 2018 at Slater Elementary and Price Middle School, extended through 2028-2029), the S.H.I.N.E. free tutoring program for children ages 5-15, and the Adult Dyslexic Program.

The business model is a hybrid of paid course/workshop fees, practicum revenue, donations and grants (including matching gift programs and a $25,000 Georgia Reads Community Award in 2025), and a free literacy support arm funded through charitable contributions. Distribution is primarily direct sales to schools and districts, virtual live training, and on-site consulting, supported by a partnership network of 40+ organizations including Atlanta Public Schools, Marietta City Schools, the University of Georgia, the Orton-Gillingham Academy, the International Dyslexia Association, and Microsoft/Made By Dyslexia.

Name

Read Source

Legal name

ReadSource

Website

https://readsource.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ReadSource is a nonprofit literacy education organization founded in 2014 as the extension arm of The Schenck School, offering Orton-Gillingham accredited teacher training, practicum programs, and direct literacy support to educators, schools, districts, and families across Georgia and the Southeastern United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Literacy Education and Professional Development

NAICS

Educational Support Services (61171), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAKAJAC

Structured Literacy / Orton-Gillingham Intervention Services

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Learning Disabilities & Dyslexia Services

SECONDARYEDAKADAA

Literacy & Reading Intervention (Phonics, Fluency, Comprehension)

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Specialized Tutoring & Academic Intervention (Remediation)

SECONDARYEDANAJAA

K–12 Remedial Reading & Literacy Intervention

Education/Tutoring & Test Preparation/Remedial, Credit Recovery & Academic Catch-Up Programs

SECONDARYEDAMAJAI

Dyslexia & Reading Intervention Programs

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Reading, Writing & Literacy Enrichment

Keywords

• Structured literacy training
• Orton-Gillingham certification
• Teacher professional development
• Dyslexia intervention programs
• Reading remediation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlanta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Course Fees: Revenue from Orton-Gillingham courses including Classroom Educator ($1,200) and Associate Coursework ($2,400). These are one-time fees for professional development training programs.
2. Workshop Fees: Revenue from various professional development workshops ranging from $500-$825. Workshops cover topics like Morphology, Reading Comprehension, Lesson Planning, Early Literacy, and Writing.
3. Practicum Program Fees: Revenue from practicum programs including Classroom Educator Practicum ($1,500), Associate Practicum ($3,000), and Clinical Practicum ($3,000). These include observation hours and mentorship.
4. Adult Dyslexia Program: Course fee of $100 for adult dyslexic program with scholarships available. Program teaches literacy to dyslexic adults using the Orton-Gillingham Approach.
5. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, ReadSource receives donations through credit card, check, stock gifts, and matching gifts. Donations support expanding programs and training.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ReadSource provides accredited Orton-Gillingham teacher training, professional development workshops, and supervised practicum programs (Classroom Educator, Associate, and Clinical Levels) that prepare educators to deliver structured literacy instruction to dyslexic learners and struggling readers. It also operates direct learner support programs — the Purpose Built Schools Atlanta partnership, the S.H.I.N.E. free tutoring program for children, and the Adult Dyslexic Program — plus a free asynchronous Reaching All Readers course and a Learning Library of instructional resources.

Product overview

ReadSource is a nonprofit literacy education organization offering a comprehensive suite of products and programs centered on evidence-based Orton-Gillingham training and structured literacy instruction. The core product portfolio includes Orton-Gillingham Courses (Classroom Educator and Associate Level), Orton-Gillingham Workshops, and Practicum Programs at three certification levels. Supporting services include the free Reaching All Readers virtual training course, Partner With Us consulting and simulation services, and the Learning Library resource hub. Direct learner support programs include the Purpose Built Schools Atlanta Partnership, the S.H.I.N.E. free tutoring program for children, and the Adult Dyslexic Program. This integrated ecosystem equips educators with training and certification while providing direct literacy support to students and adults with dyslexia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• S.H.I.N.E. Schenck Helping Individuals in Need Excel - A program offering one-on-one tutoring at no cost to metro-area children ages 5 to 15 who have documented reading challenges and meet specific financial criteria.

Products and services

• Orton-Gillingham Courses Comprehensive Orton-Gillingham Academy accredited training courses including Classroom Educator (30 hours, 3 CEUs, $1,200) and Associate Level (60 hours, 6 CEUs, $2,400) for educators seeking certification in structured literacy instruction.
• Orton-Gillingham Workshops Professional development workshops covering Interpreting Psycho-Educational Evaluations, Morphology, Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary, Lesson Planning and Implementation, Early Literacy, and Writing, ranging from 10-15 hours each at $500-$825 per workshop.
• Practicum Programs Hands-on supervised practicum experiences at Classroom Educator ($1,500), Associate ($3,000), and Clinical ($3,000) Levels through the Orton-Gillingham Academy, providing mentorship and observation hours to refine instructional techniques.
• Reaching All Readers Free asynchronous virtual training course for educators using the Science of Reading to demonstrate multisensory, structured approaches to reading instruction; six modules taking approximately 10 hours to complete.
• Partner With Us Services Customized consulting services, dyslexia simulations, and preschool language and literacy workshops for schools and organizations seeking to enhance their approach to educating dyslexic learners.
• Purpose Built Schools Atlanta Partnership Multi-year partnership with Purpose Built Schools Atlanta bringing The Schenck School's literacy model to Slater Elementary and Price Middle Schools, serving over 150 students since 2018 through the 2028-2029 school year.
• S.H.I.N.E. (Schenck Helping Individuals in Need Excel) Free one-on-one tutoring program for metro-area children ages 5-15 with documented reading challenges meeting financial criteria, using Orton-Gillingham Approach tutors from Schenck School volunteers.
• Adult Dyslexic Program Literacy instruction program for dyslexic adults using the Orton-Gillingham Approach, delivered virtually with maximum 10 students per class at a $100 course fee with scholarships available.

Quantifiable outcome

• Trained more than 2,000 educators in Orton-Gillingham Academy aligned coursework
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Purpose Built Schools AtlantacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Multi-year partnership continuing through 2028-2029 school year. ReadSource provides literacy support and the Schenck School Reading Model to Slater Elementary and Price Middle School, serving over 150 students. Partnership provides direct student instruction and educator training.
• The Schenck SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReadSource was founded as the extension arm of The Schenck School in 2014, built on The Schenck School's 60+ years of expertise remediating dyslexia. ReadSource leverages the Schenck School Reading Model and shares resources, training, and methodology.
• Orton-Gillingham AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReadSource is an accredited training program through OGA, providing coursework and practicums at Classroom Educator, Associate, and Clinical Levels for certification.
• International Dyslexia Association (IDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReadSource courses enable participants to apply for CERI certification through IDA. Aligned with IDA standards for structured literacy instruction.
• University of GeorgiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUGA has partnered in delivery of summer reading programs for Atlanta-area students where UGA candidates provide free tutoring under ReadSource staff supervision.
• Atlanta Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading district partner in Georgia. ReadSource has provided training to 250+ educators in Atlanta Public Schools.
• Marietta City SchoolsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner district receiving professional development and Orton-Gillingham training for educators.
• Decoding DyslexiaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner organization in the dyslexia advocacy network.
• Literacy HowminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization providing expertise in literacy instruction and professional development.
• Dyslexia FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner foundation supporting dyslexia awareness and resources.
• Florida Center for Reading ResearchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner research center advancing reading research.
• Georgia State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partner for literacy research and educator training.
• MicrosoftminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner with Made By Dyslexia to create tools empowering dyslexic individuals. ReadSource promotes Microsoft/Made By Dyslexia training resources.
• Made By DyslexiaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal charity dedicated to redefining dyslexia. Partnership provides free training modules and resources for educators and parents.
• BrainLENSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in co-hosted webinar on neuroscience of dyslexia and early identification.
• Hill Learning CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in dyslexia education.
• Urban Child Study CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner research center at Georgia State University.
• Georgia Department of EducationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-presenter of webinar on neuroscience of dyslexia. Oversees Literacy Leader School recognition program.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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