I hope everyone had a good spring break with family and friends, and you are well rested and ready to take on the last two months of this school year.

We have made great strides since August, including not only hitting our Race to Read goal of 15-million minutes, but exceeding it. Congratulations! We have also seen decreases in absenteeism, but we need your continued efforts to ensure we end the year with everyone in school, everyday. Families, please ensure your students are in class and remain actively engaged in their coursework. Community members, help us in these efforts by being an encouraging partner with students and families as we work to finish the school year strong.

It is April, but our journey with Race to Read is far from over, so keep reading! Make sure you continue to build on the habit of reading thirty minutes or more each day. Whether it’s a book, article, or your textbooks, it will keep your literacy comprehension strong and greatly impact your academic success.

Students, keep up this solid momentum. Please remember to be respectful to your fellow students and teachers as everyone is working tirelessly to finish the year positively. We are embarking on the final stretch, so remember your goals, or set new ones and do not waiver in your commitment to these goals. Hard work, kindness, and understanding will only make these final months even better as you continue to obtain a world-class education.

Warmest regards,

Superintendent Kurt Browning