First Lady Ann Scott to Kick Off Eighth Annual Summer Literacy Adventure
May 13, 2018
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First Lady Ann Scott to Kick Off Eighth Annual Summer Literacy Adventure
Tallahassee, Fla, May 13, 2018 – Tomorrow, May 14, First Lady Ann Scott will kick off the Eighth Annual Summer Literacy Adventure at the Florida Governor’s Mansion. During the event, she will host students from Roberts Elementary School for reading, learning and fun activities and announce the Summer Literacy Adventure Pledge Challenge.
Over the next few months, the First Lady will travel the state to encourage Florida students to read and visit their local libraries during the upcoming summer break. The 2018 Summer Literacy Adventure is a partnership between the Florida Department of Education, Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Florida Lottery.
What: First Lady Scott to Kick Off 2018 Summer Literacy Adventure
When: Monday, May 14, 2018
10:00 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 play 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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