Building Better Communities Summary

Building Better Communities through Reading Success

Everyone Reads

Families read aloud (and talk and play) with their children from womb to 2nd grade—more children enter school with the foundational skills that empower success
All entering 1st grade students complete the Reading Kingdom Program (start in summer)
Schools implement reading immersion training in grades K-2 to catch up all students
Students in grades 2+ who struggle with reading and learning catch up and strengthen cognitive processing skills to empower success (at-home and school training options)
Students receive prestigious certificate of completion and are enrolled in a Pathway to Success Program to help guide them to college and career/vocation success
Parents learn how to help their children develop positive mindset and character skills
Community organizations host reading parties weekly in each village neighborhood
Books are provided to families as needed
Older students and adults receive reading instruction and cognitive skill training as needed
Bottom line—Everyone in our community becomes a proficient and avid reader and learner

Everyone Welcome

Each elementary school village has an active community organization network and Welcome Wagon Program
Benefit program provided for members
New residents to the school village are welcomed
Gift basket of deals provided from local businesses
Weekly or monthly welcome gatherings
Members are connected to local village mentors as needed

Everyone Connected

Every member is connected to the Internet with a computer at home that students can use
Support for computers and access provided as needed
Computer training provided as needed
Neighbors are connected via a social media platform to improve community interactions
Families gain a better understanding of community resources and are connected to the right programs to help improve their quality of life
Families are provided access to parenting classes and support