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March is Reading Month
Summary of the Reading Month Activities
Theme: PEACE, LOVE, BOOKS
March is both Reading Month and Women’s History Month, and various activities are planned to engage students in reading and literacy.
Key Activities:
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Kickoff Week (March 7th):
- Morning reading of a Dr. Seuss classic.
- Door decoration contest for Reading Month/Women’s History Month.
- Fun activities via the Climate & Culture Team (Fridays).
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March 10th–21st & 31st:
- M.I.R.M. Oath: Students can recite, write, and decorate the oath for prizes.
- Words of the Week (W.O.T.W.): Activities vary by grade level (drawing, sentences, posters, and stories).
- Book Cover Contest: Students design a book cover based on the theme or a historical woman (March 7–14).
- Women in History Reading Day:
- Grades 3-8 read articles about women in history.
- Grades K-2 watch women’s history audio books.
- Poetry Reading Day: Students read poetry in class.
- Book vs. Movie Day: A movie with popcorn for students meeting PBIS behavior, attendance, and academic standards.
Special Dress-Up Days:
- Hat Day: March 12
- Word T-Shirt Day: March 13
- Socks & Crocs Friday: March 14
Other Notable Events:
- Story Time (March 17–21): Student readers visit PreK-2nd grade classrooms.
Students are encouraged to take the Reader's Oath below:
Happy Reading!