by Tim O’Brien
| The White House recently announced the Second Lady’s Summer Reading Challenge, encouraging students in K-8th grades to continue learning this summer.
To participate, a student will need to read 12 books between June 1 and Sept. 5, complete the submission form and reading log and share a brief reflection of their favorite book they read. A parent or guardian’s permission is required, and they will need to submit the completed forms to read@mail.whitehouse.gov by the Sept. 5, 2025, deadline. All participants will receive a personalized certificate from The White House and will be entered into a drawing for a chance to visit the nation’s capital with a chaperone. Did you know students who read over summer break have higher reading proficiencies? According to The Brookings Institution, students can lose one to two months of reading progress over break if not engaging in educational activities. This challenge is a great way to promote reading growth and minimize learning loss, with an opportunity to visit Washington, D.C. I encourage Hoosier students to participate and have fun reading this summer! |
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