Independent reading is not about a level; itโs not about a certain number of minutes. Independent reading is that reading we do that helps us develop independent thoughts - not thoughts directed by anyone else.
Surveyed my new seniors. 72% of them cannot identify a single author they like. Two-thirds of them โneverโ read in their spare time. Never. I know there are many factors behind this, but I canโt help wonder what role schools have played in killing the โค๏ธ of reading.
Washoe County Library System is partnering with @FoodBankNN again this year to continue our award winning Kids Cafรฉ program. Running June 10th-August 11th, kids can stop in at six of our branches to get a free lunch! We are looking for volunteers to help! https://t.co/0hOXrWfHIO
So proud of this Vaughn Middle School student's work (Alex Williams is NOT their real name by the way.) Students researched different genetic disorders and examined the ethical issues surrounding newborn genetic screening! #celebratescitech2019