The emphases of the reading center proposed in this study are on the assessment of reading strengths, the isolation of reading deficiencies, and--in an instructor-learner environment--diagnosis and the prescription of action which will enable students to master the reading skills necessary for independent reading in their high school careers. This study focuses on an operational philosophy and the goals for the center, diagnostic and assessment techniques, prescriptive teaching strategies and performance objectives, a means of evaluating the center and its services, a plan for program implementation, and the specialized services offered by the center in cooperation with agencies located within the Educational Park facility. Included are a list of references and six appendixes containing material related to the activities of the center. (JM)