I am writing on behalf of the PTSA and our Bonkers for Books Program. This year the Varsity Club, Brandi LaDue (work study), and National Honor Society have all played a huge role in our elementary literacy program. I cannot thank Mrs. Rachel Cook, the two clubs, and work study student Brandi LaDue enough for all of their help.

Brandi worked tirelessly putting together our craft ideas, making scavenger hunts, printing items, and making sure a note was back packed home each month.

Varsity Club members attended February through April, and planned all of May's event. Each month members would help set up, help the kids with crafts, read books, execute games, and help clean up. Their work and time they have given back to these kids has not gone unnoticed. These are the interactions that the younger kids will see and aspire towards. They are scholars, athletes, and most of all great role models for our young students.

This last Bonkers was an amazing event to oversee. The National Honor Society purchased new books for every student who attended to take home, promoting literacy. The Varsity Club planned a scavenger hunt that promoted the Flyer themes and they provided green and gold snacks for the students.

I got to see elementary and high school students sitting together and interacting in such a positive way. I hope these students know how something that seems so small can become something so much bigger.

Thank you for your time and all that you do for our district.

Richelle Reid

Norwood-Norfolk Central PTSA