Ashland READS Celebrates Young Readers
Ashland Police, the Ashland School District and Ashland Rotary partnered for a literacy celebration where first-grade students received new books and enjoyed a community BBQ.
An Ashland Police officer helps prepare food during a BBQ for first-grade students as part of the Ashland READS event. Photo by Bob Palermini.
ASHLAND, Ore. – The Ashland Police Department partnered with the Ashland School District and Ashland Rotary this week to support early literacy through the Ashland READS program.
Throughout the school year, first-grade teachers across the district read five selected books to their students. After hearing each book, students voted on their favorite as part of the annual literacy program.
The program culminated in a special READS event where each first-grade student received a new book provided by Ashland Rotary, helping encourage reading and support a lifelong connection to books.
The event also included a lively welcome from a local high school percussion group, which greeted arriving first-grade classes and helped create an energetic atmosphere for the students.
Ashland Police officers also took part in the celebration by helping serve lunch at a BBQ for the district’s first-grade students.
Police officials said the event highlights the value of community partnerships and the importance of investing in local youth.
The Ashland Police Department thanked educators, Ashland Rotary and community partners who helped make the program possible.
Cover image: Ashland Police officers clap as first-grade students arrive for the Ashland READS celebration in Ashland. Photo by Bob Palermini.
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