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Ossining School District Celebrates Young Readers in 1000 Book Project
Seven students honored at recent board meeting for achieving literary milestone.
The Ossining School District Board of Education meeting held on October 11 was marked by a heartwarming celebration of young students who achieved a remarkable milestone in their literary journeys. Seven outstanding young readers were recognized for their dedication and achievement in the 1000 Book Project, an initiative that encourages young students to explore the world of literature and reach the goal of reading 1000 books before starting elementary school.
The students honored during the meeting were:
- Silvie Wilson
- Gideon Ross
- Aiden Gomez
- Esther Davis
- Henry Quizhpilema
- Yugaad Bhushan Mhatre
- Caroline Whiting
In recognition of their significant achievement, each of these young readers received a special package containing a commemorative t-shirt, a personalized bookplate, and a handpicked book to inspire their continued love for reading.
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The event showcased the power of collaboration between the Ossining School District and the Ossining Public Library. The 1000 Book Project is a long-standing initiative that has its roots in the Ossining Staff Development Center, where educators initially curated 100 bags of 10 books to ignite the love for reading in young learners. Over the years, the partnership with the Ossining Public Library has been instrumental in fostering this initiative.
Mary Catherine Hillman, Claremont Literacy Teacher and Director of the Ossining Staff Development Center, had the distinct honor of presenting the awards to each student.
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"This is such a wonderful accomplishment to share with families and our school community,” Ms. Hillman remarked. “It is an honor to continue the legacy of the Ossining Staff Development Center's involvement in the 1000 Books Project when they developed the 100 bags of 10 books years ago, by recognizing the partnership with the Ossining Public Library.”
Ms. Hillman noted that the 1000 Book Project not only promotes early literacy but also strengthens the bonds between the school district, local library, families, and the broader community. It encourages children to explore the joys of reading while nurturing a lifelong passion for learning and literature.
“Nights like tonight make me smile wider, as I'm grateful for every powerful partnership that is created on behalf of our students, families, and educators."
