Honoring March as National Reading Month and Recognizing the "Read by 4th" Initiative for Its Commitment to Early Childhood Literacy.

Honoring March as National Reading Month and Recognizing the "Read by 4th" Initiative for Its Commitment to Early Childhood Literacy. WHEREAS, March is recognized as National Reading Month, a time dedicated to promoting the importance of literacy and encouraging a lifelong love of reading; and WHEREAS, National Reading Month also coincides with the birthday of the beloved children's author, Dr. Seuss, whose stories have inspired generations of young readers; and WHEREAS, The "Read by 4th" initiative has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to improving literacy rates among young children in Philadelphia, ensuring they have the foundational reading skills necessary for academic success and lifelong learning; and WHEREAS, The success of the "Read by 4th" initiative is strengthened by its network of parent partners, including the Reading Captains and the Parent Council, who play a vital role in supporting literacy efforts in Philadelphia; and WHEREAS, Reading Captains are passionate and dedicated community members who serve as trusted early literacy advocates within their neighborhoods, ensuring families have access to important reading resources and support; and WHEREAS, The Read by 4th Parent Council brings together parents and caregivers to share their knowledge, experiences, and ideas to help advance the initiative’s mission and Common Agenda, working collaboratively to address barriers to reading success; and WHEREAS, The Council recognizes the critical role that early child…