Get Troup Reading’s new READ-LEARN-GROW literacy volunteer program has pivoted to comply with COVID-19 guidelines while still providing students with crucial supplemental reading support. Read More
The goal of the “Glynn County Book Buddy Videos” program is to get age-appropriate books in the hands of the community’s 4 year olds and engage them in early literacy education. Read More
Get Meriwether Reading, a coalition of Meriwether County leaders working to encourage development of the community’s next generation, hosted a Mommy & Me Fall Fun Day event coordinated by Meriwether County Family Connection. Read More
A new affordable apartment complex in Warner Robins utilizes an on-site early learning center in the clubhouse to provide young children with supports and services they need to boost early literacy skills. Read More
More Georgia public libraries are creating temporary or permanent StoryWalks® in their communities to provide meaningful activities for patrons, despite the barriers to in-person library programming due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
Whitfield County is being honored as a Pacesetter in Grade-Level Proficiency and a Bright Spot in Parent Success for the Get Georgia Reading Campaign community’s work in 2019. Read More
Building Babies’ Brains is a comprehensive website with local resources and content that gives parents the tools they need to help grow their child’s brain. Read More
Vision 2020 is a six-week virtual reading program created by Emmaus House in Atlanta that was augmented by family-based learning projects and ongoing outreach from school leaders and volunteers. Read More
It’s difficult to even approach the topic of resilience while people are trying to meet basic needs during a crisis. However, it’s also the most crucial time to have this conversation. Read More
Troup County literacy leaders found new ways to reach kids safely this year, expanding coverage and piloting an online tutoring program called “Read, Learn, Grow.” Read More
“Turnip the Volume (Can you Dig It?)” is a statewide celebration coordinated by Georgia Organics to help kids across Georgia get to know turnips by growing, eating, and learning about it. Read More
Twiggs County Family Connection's summer reading program was transitioned to a virtual platform, presenting new challenges—and opportunities to reach the county’s most vulnerable children and families. Read More
Some local celebrated authors, storytellers, and musicians have come together to connect with and inspire children and families through stories. Read More
With in-school distribution out, Books for Keeps came up with another idea — why not take the books to where the children live? Read More
Starting in July, DFCS and GaDOE, under the recently approved P-EBT plan, will issue funds to eligible families to offset additional food costs caused by the pandemic. Read More
Sara Lee Crumbs, Quitman County Family Connection coordinator, said something magical happens Read More
The Georgia Department of Education and Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) are launching “Getting Ready” guides to help parents of the youngest learners prepare for the upcoming school year. Read More
GeorgiaSummer.org features more resources than ever before to help families find healthy food, safety tips, summer camp and child care information, and resources that will keep children engaged in learning and literacy. Read More
Ebony Lee, Clayton County Public Schools assistant superintendent, detailed a solution-oriented approach to ensuring more students receive a “master key” that unlocks potential and pathways to successful, productive lives. Read More
Cobb Collaborative recently partnered with Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta Cadette Troop 14404 to distribute over 1,600 books to young readers in Marietta. Read More