BREVARD COUNTY, FL – The Supply Zone for Teachers will host Shop, Read and Succeed, a giveaway event to support literacy in Brevard’s high-poverty schools. The event will be held on National Read Across America Day which is on Wednesday, March 2nd. Selected literacy specialists from fifty of Brevard’s low-income schools will receive free books and school supplies at the event.
In Brevard County, 40% of students in grades 3-6 may be considered below reading level this year. With literacy playing such a key role in academic success, future employment, and good health, it has become more important than ever for Brevard students to develop their reading skills. The Supply Zone is hosting Shop, Read and Succeed in an effort to ensure that all students have easy access to books, regardless of economic background.
In addition to receiving free supplies, teachers will also have the opportunity to meet with members of local support organizations to learn about free literacy services in the community. Groups in attendance include Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women, Brevard Public Libraries, MyON, FDLRS, Literacy for Adults in Brevard, and Rolling Readers.
Shop, Read and Succeed is made possible through the generosity of individuals and organizations including the Brevard County Alumnae Club of Pi Beta Phi, Dr. Ravi and Ambika Palaniyandi, IAP Worldwide Services, and Wells Fargo.
For more information contact: Elizabeth Schreiber, Supply Zone Manager, 321-633-3660, ext. 301