We love that old saying, “The family that reads together, leads together,” or is that how it goes? Let’s just say that with our creative twist of the proverb, the father and daughter duo William Wallace and Sasche Robinson are a perfect case in point.
Lead to Read KC is pleased to announce that Terri E. Barnes will join our Leadership Team as Interim Executive Director, effective January 1, 2024.
As we say goodbye to Pauly Hart, Executive Director of Lead to Read KC, there’s a mix of emotions – appreciation, achievement, and anticipation, just to name a few.
The placement of book vending machines at three area schools was the successful project of Lead to Read KC, Turn the Page KC, and Literacy KC, all in an effort to increase children’s access to free books.
Lead to Read KC’s fifth year of Reading For Life kicked off with Sainte’s visit on October 24. This partnership with local authors encourages students to develop self-esteem and lifelong coping skills through interactive read-alouds and book giveaways at Kansas City public and charter schools.
We put out the call over the summer asking our corporate sponsors, community partners, and Lead to Read KC social followers to help us fill our bookcases. And oh baby, did you deliver!
Why one longtime Reading Mentor continues to volunteer with Lead to Read KC
It’s no exaggeration to say that Lead to Read KC wouldn’t be where we are today without Director of Administration Sarah Gaikwad’s hard work and dedication.
The new school year may be just around the corner, but there’s still plenty of time to get children excited about reading. The easiest way? By reading with them.
Did you know letting children choose their own books leads to more engaged readers and learners? You can help get books into the hands of children across Kansas City by hosting a book drive for Lead to Read KC.