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A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITY
Imagine not being able to read these words.
Imagine going through life without the pleasure
of the printed page. Read 2 Me wants every child
to know the joy of reading.
The ability to read is essential to success in
school, and in life. Help us give the children
of our communities the foundation they need for
success. Join Read 2 Me as we create a literate
world.
Hints about helping emerging readers:
- Tell your baby where their elbow is, where
there knee is…
- Sing songs to a toddler.
- Turn off the television.
- Read to a child 20 minutes a day.
And as they get older:
- Read with a child 20 minutes a day
- Tell stories to a child, and listen when
they tell stories to you.
- Turn off the television.
- Give children access to the magical world of
books. Take them to the library, or a bookstore.
Always have books where they are able to reach
them.
And for everyone, of every age:
- READ, READ, READ!
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
For more information regarding
Read 2 Me, please contact our administrative
office.
Read 2 Me
1944 Pacific Ave., Ste. 306
Tacoma, WA 98402
T: 253.272.7861
F: 253.272.7868
Email:
info@read2me.org
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APPRECIATION!
TPU (Tacoma Public Utilities) has awarded Read 2 Me™ a grant for $5,000! TPU is a long time supporter of Read 2 Me™,
giving us not only much needed funding but the time and talent of their staff for tutoring the children of Pierce County. Members of
the TPU staff have worked for many years as a part of our organization, helping the children to read and succeed. They have touched
the lives of many children and their families, continuing to offer possibilities for them through the power of literacy. We thank them
for their continued support!
Thank you, thank you, thank you to the Franciscan Foundation, who have been with Read 2 Me™ since the beginning of our program some 21 years ago.
They began the program in McCarver Elementary, and have been with us through the years as we changed from SMART, to Werlin, and finally to Read 2 Me™.
Through the generosity of the Franciscan Foundation, we have been able to continue to bring our program through the end of this year, and they have given
us the opportunity to grow in the future. Our history and our future owe much to the Franciscan Foundation, and we are so grateful for all they have done
to help us shine!
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB
Construction is well under way on the Gig Harbor’s Boys & Girls Club, the Jim
and Carolyn Milgard Family HOPE Center. The new center will offer a safe
environment where children can play and be safe. The Boys and Girls Club not
only offer sports programs, but access to arts and computers as well.
Read 2 Me™ is proud to be a part of the Gig Harbor Boys & Girls Club. When the
doors open on this wonderful addition to the Gig Harbor community, Read 2 Me
will be there to offer reading support to the children. We are excited for this
opportunity to share the joy of reading with this section of Pierce County.
Thank you, Boys & Girls Club, for all you do for America’s youth!
Boys and Girls Club
EVENTS
What’s next?
Please join us for the inaugural event of the
2009 Read 2 Me™ STARS!
Shopping and Snacks at Watermark Gifts!
When: Thursday, April 23rd from 5PM until 8PM
1115 A Street in downtown Tacoma
Delicious appetizers provided by Napa Valley Chef
Thad Lyman*.
*Thad Lyman worked over eleven years in the culinary capital of Yountville, California, and has recently relocated to Gig Harbor to start a new venture. He brings with him years of catering experience at the great wineries such as Silver Oak, Beaulieu Vineyards and Stag's Leap as well as leading the kitchen at his notable Napa Valley restaurant.
Sunday, May 10th
Mother’s Day
Thursday, May 21st
Final day of sessions for the 2008-2009 Read 2 Me year.
Friday, May 22nd through Monday, May 25th
Memorial weekend break for Tacoma School District
Monday, May 25th
Memorial Day
Tuesday, June 16th
Last day of school for Tacoma School District
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday June 17th, 18th, and 19th
Possible snow makeup days for Tacoma School District
Sunday, June 21st
Summer begins!
Father’s Day
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