Engaging in Literacy Beyond the School Day

Books and Beyond: Afterschool Program

Books and Beyond Project is a partnership with afterschool programs to ensure students have intentional learning opportunities outside the school day. The afterschool programs can partner with us in the following ways: through classroom libraries focusing on afterschool tutoring and mentorship goals, engaging students with character-building books and activities, and service-learning programming that brings students together to read.

Through the Books and Beyond Project, students will:

Read books and hands-on activities emphasizing essential character traits, including respect, empathy, teamwork, kindness, and resilience.

Build knowledge about their community and community leaders through service projects and academic support through tutoring and mentorship.

Foster a sense of responsibility and integrity in students while engaging them in developing reading skills to become lifelong learners.