by Angela Pritchett | Oct 25, 2023 | Organization Updates
When the huge box appeared in the hallway of Kansas City International Academy with a sign that read “What is in here?” students made all kinds of fun guesses and couldn’t wait to find out. Everyone gathered on October 23 and cheered as the box was removed to reveal a...
by Angela Pritchett | Oct 23, 2023 | Organization Updates
“Who can tell me about a big feeling they have sometimes?” local author Vladimir Sainte asked the first and second graders at Melcher Elementary School. As part of his visit to the school, Sainte helped the students identify emotions also felt by Will, the main...
by Pauly Hart | Sep 20, 2023 | Organization Updates
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! We received thousands of books from drives, donations, and drop-offs. You might be...
by Pauly Hart | Aug 8, 2023 | Organization Updates
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. Afterall, she was our first official employee! Now after 12 years, she has decided to leave to homeschool her...
by Traci Murphy | May 24, 2023 | Organization Updates
Did you know letting children choose their own books leads to more engaged readers and learners?1 You can help get books into the hands of children across Kansas City by hosting a book drive for Lead to Read KC. With more than 50 community partners, Lead to Read...
by Traci Murphy | Feb 9, 2023 | Organization Updates
Congratulations to Patrick Mahomes on being named the NFL’s Most Valuable Player, his second MVP honor so far this year! He was named MVP by the Professional Football Writers of America (PFWA) last month. Mahomes heads into the Super Bowl having led the NFL in passing...
