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Tier 3: Intensive intervention

95 RAP™

The technology-based, Tier 3 intervention solution for students who are persistently struggling to learn to read, including those with dyslexia.

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Discover 95 RAP™

95 RAP (Reading Achievement Program) is an individualized, small group reading intervention program designed for intervention-resistant readers. Backed by comprehensive professional learning, the direct, explicit, mastery-based instruction supports progress in phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

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Engaging solution, data-driven insights

This structured literacy program provides fast-paced and motivating small group activities, while tracking individual student progress.

Influenced by Orton-Gillingham, 95 RAP teachers infuse multisensory techniques to help reach all learners.

Backed by supportive professional learning, including self-paced and live virtual training with ongoing coaching to ensure teachers are equipped to support students effectively

Offers visibility of data for teachers on student struggles, learning, and progress

Designed by teachers for teachers, lessons are delivered efficiently in 45-minute blocks, four to five days per week, in a 4:1 student to teacher ratio.

With this tool, you’re doing oral drill, phonemic awareness, and word attack. You’re also working on phonics rules, fluency, comprehension, AND spelling? What thing in your day does all of that in a 45–50 minute lesson? There’s nothing!

Kerry Blackwelder


95 RAP instructor
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When I read, my teacher tells me I am doing a good job and getting better. I used to mess up on my words, and I don’t do that as much anymore. Every time I miss a word, I know I am going to get it correct one day!

3rd Grade Student


North Carolina Public School
Hill Learning Center Team

Celebrating 95 RAP History

In January, 2023, 95 Percent Group announced the acquisition of the Hill Reading Achievement Program (HillRAP) from Hill Learning Center, an education nonprofit in Durham, North Carolina that has served students with learning and attention challenges for 45 years. Founded by George Watts Hill in 1977, Hill Learning Center has offered specialized support for students with learning differences as well as training, curriculum, and technology to make the program available to students and teachers everywhere. They have trained more than 4000 teachers across the US and around the world.

The Hill Reading Achievement Program—now 95 RAP—is based on the scientific understanding that for students who learn differently, reading must be taught systematically to effectively build their skills—and their confidence. It provides teachers with the data and tools they need to target instruction to a student’s specific needs and make effective use of limited instructional time.

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It’s such a great program. It’s very individualized so you don’t get caught up on any one skill. Each student has their own path, and if they get stuck or you notice they are slipping, you can add in materials or strategies for reteaching to help. It really fits the needs for Tier 3 intervention.

Amber Bottoms, ELA Specialist


Franklin County Schools, NC

Meets ESSA Level 3 evidence requirements & more

An independent research group reviewed all 95 RAP (formerly HillRAP) research to assess and align the studies with the evidence tiers described in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) of 2015. And the growth is impressive.

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ESSA Level 3 Evidence.

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Proof is in the studies

ESSA Level 3 confirms rigorous, independent research that demonstrated 95 RAP (formerly HillRAP) meets evidence requirements for Tier 3 instruction.

One powerful solution for multi-tier reading instruction

One powerful solution for multi-tier reading instruction

As educators, we understand the profound impact of effective literacy instruction. That’s why we designed the One95 literacy ecosystem to empower you with the best resources to develop the strongest readers possible.

It begins with proven literacy instruction products — then the knowledge, resources, and support to make them work. With One95, you’ll find:

  • Explicit and systematic Tier 1, 2, and 3 instruction
  • Professional learning and development resources
  • Extensive science of reading research
  • Access to literacy experts
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Interested in learning more?

Your struggling readers with learning differences need more support, and this is the fun, engaging, and effective tool to help them. Interested in learning more? Get in touch today.

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