RGR Nova™
The Literacy Outcomes System (LitOS™)
Over two-thirds of U.S. students aren’t reading proficiently. More disconnected programs won’t fix that.
RGR Nova™ is the Literacy Outcomes System (LitOS™) from Really Great Reading: one system for Grades PK–8 that connects assessment, instruction, and professional learning, so educators know what each student needs next.
In most districts, screening, diagnosis, instruction, professional learning, and progress monitoring live in separate programs. RGR Nova™ brings them together in one system for Grades PK–8. Everything connects to each student’s reading skill profile and aligns with core instruction. Teachers know what to teach next and leaders can see where support is needed.
Together: more precise intervention, stronger educators, and district-wide capacity for growth.
Identify specific needs, target instruction, track mastery, and report progress at the skill level.
Align what assessment reveals to grouping, instructional decisions, and what to teach next.
Embed professional learning and instructional guidance where educators need it: in the work.
Connect teacher-led lessons, hands-on learning, and practice around the same targeted skills.
Partner to strengthen implementation, educator capability, and sustainable impact across schools.
Offer approved contracting options that align a portion of payment with agreed, verified outcomes.
See how RGR Nova™ connects each student’s needs to what teachers do next.
Built on evidence. Backed by a commitment.
RGR’s foundational skills programs show ESSA Level IV evidence. Nova’s research-based design meets ESSA Level IV, with further studies planned.
Harvard CEPR is evaluating Indiana DOE’s outcomes based contracts with RGR and two other providers.
Nova uses Lexile® measures from MetaMetrics® to track reading growth, and the Learning Commons Knowledge Graph to map how skills build.
2,000+ districts served by RGR in all 50 states. 3.5M+ students served by RGR.
RGR programs are rated Promising by Evidence for ESSA. RGR K–2 foundational skills programs are all green on EdReports, and RGR is a certified provider in Rivet’s Professional Learning Partner Guide.
See the research behind our instruction in the RGR Evidence Center.
Outcomes based contracts are available, tying a portion of fees to independently verified Lexile® growth. Prefer traditional pricing? Nova is still implemented around shared goals, progress measures, and student outcomes.
Join the live sneak peek: Tuesday, November 10, 1–2 p.m. EST.
What is RGR Nova™?
RGR Nova™ is the Literacy Outcomes System (LitOS™) from Really Great Reading. It brings screening, diagnosis, instruction, professional learning, and progress monitoring together in one system for Grades PK–8, so teachers know what to teach next and leaders can see where support is needed. RGR Nova launches for back to school 2027.
What is a Literacy Outcomes System (LitOS™)?
A Literacy Outcomes System connects assessment, instruction, student practice, professional learning, implementation, and data to help districts improve and measure student literacy outcomes. RGR Nova™ is the Literacy Outcomes System from Really Great Reading.
Is RGR Nova™ the same as LitOS™?
Yes. RGR Nova™ is the name of the Literacy Outcomes System (LitOS™) that Really Great Reading previously announced as LitOS™.
How is RGR Nova™ different from a traditional literacy program?
A traditional literacy program provides curriculum and materials for a specific need. RGR Nova™ connects instruction with the system around it: assessment, practice, professional learning, implementation, and evidence of progress. Student evidence informs instruction, instruction generates new evidence, and educators use it to decide what comes next.
What literacy skills does RGR Nova™ address?
RGR Nova™ addresses the word-reading, language, comprehension, and writing skills students need to become proficient readers and writers.
What role do educators play?
Educators remain at the center of instruction. RGR Nova™ gives them deeper insight into student learning and connects it to instructional guidance and professional learning. Educators apply their professional judgment to make instructional decisions
How does professional learning fit in?
Professional learning and instructional guidance are embedded where educators need them: in the work. That helps teachers, coaches, and leaders build literacy expertise and lasting capacity in their district.
How will RGR Nova™ help district and school leaders?
Leaders see student progress and implementation across classrooms and schools, so they know what is working, where support is needed, and where to act.
What grades does RGR Nova™ support?
RGR Nova™ is one system for Grades PK–8, including PreK–3 foundational literacy instruction and K–8 intervention
What evidence supports RGR Nova™?
RGR’s foundational skills programs show ESSA Level II evidence, and Nova’s research-based design meets ESSA Level IV, with further studies planned. Details are in the RGR Evidence Center.
How does RGR Nova™ connect to the Education Outcomes Movement?
The Education Outcomes Movement is a shift toward putting measurable student outcomes at the center of education decisions. RGR Nova™ brings that focus to literacy.
When will RGR Nova™ be available?
RGR Nova™ launches for back to school 2027. Join the November 10 sneak peek, or talk with our team about a private first look for your district.