First Lady Ann Scott to Kick Off Sixth Annual Summer Literacy Adventure
May 10, 2016
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First Lady Ann Scott to Kick Off Sixth Annual Summer Literacy Adventure
Tallahassee, Fla. – Tomorrow, May 11, First Lady Ann Scott will kick off the Sixth Annual Summer Literacy Adventure at the Florida Governor’s Mansion. During the event, First Lady Ann Scott will host more than 30 elementary students from Kate Sullivan Elementary School for reading, learning and fun activities.
Over the next few months, the First Lady will travel throughout the state to encourage Florida students to read and visit their local libraries during the upcoming summer break. The 2016 Summer Literacy Adventure is a partnership between First Lady Ann Scott, Florida Department of Education (FDOE), the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and the Florida Lottery.
What: First Lady Scott to Kick Off 2016 Summer Literacy Adventure
When: Wednesday, May 11
10:45 AM
Where: Governor’s Mansion
700 North Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL
Research shows that children who do not continue reading through the summer can lose a month or more of progress made during the school year. By encouraging their children to read, parents are playing a critical role in achieving Florida’s goal of having every child reading at or above grade level. Children can pledge to make summer reading a real-life adventure here.
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