“Secret Reader” at King Elementary
On November 19, Mikal Washington (Equity and Engagement Department) participated as a “secret reader” at King Elementary School’s Family Reading Night. He engaged students by reading to them while offering encouragement and support to promote literacy. The event provided an opportunity for students and their families to come together to celebrate reading and inspire a […]
Sight Words Testing at Wiley Elementary School
April 4, 2023 Justice Victims Advocate, Jarrel Young (Equity and Engagement Department) visited Wiley Elementary School to assist Mrs. Quinsenberry’s 1st grade class with reading activities and sight word testing. Sight words are commonly used words that schools expect kids to recognize instantly. Words that appear often like “the, it, and” are examples of sight […]
First Graders Visit the Library
We want all first graders to get a good start in reading, school, and library use. That’s why we bring first grade classes from Unit 4 and private schools to the library for a fun-filled visit, one school at a time. Book-related games and activities introduce students to the library’s wonderful collection of children’s materials. […]