Literacy Initiatives
The CEA partnered with Banyan Elementary School to provide 3rd through 5th grade students an innovative literacy activity throughout the school year. Principal Neunie’s Book Club is a weekly club for students to read the book of the month, discuss weekly vocabulary, and participate in reading comprehension games. At the end of the school year, participants participated in a book bowl and vocabulary bowl competition showcasing their literacy aptitude and overall love for literature
The CEA joined the Sunland Park Academy iReady Proficiency initiative to host monthly “PPP” enrichment activities honoring students in grades K-3 who showcase achievement in ELA standards each month. Each participating student read books each month and passed their iReady reading assessments with 80% or better. Students are assessed monthly on books read, and based on their scores, are invited to attend an exciting proficiency-themed activity at the end of the month.
This Christmas, the CEA partnered with BCPS Title 1 to support its annual “12 Books of Christmas” book giveaway. This year, nearly 100 Sunland Park Academy students received two books from our “CEA 12 Books of Christmas” program, fostering the development of a home library, and promoting reading beyond the classroom. It served as a delightful treat for students as they concluded the year in anticipation of the Christmas break.
