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WRITE READ WRITE
The Lansdale branch of AAUW first implemented the Write Read Write program in 2002 with one classroom of students at the Marshall Street Elementary School in the Norristown Area School District. The purpose of this program is to provide an opportunity for remedial third grade students to develop and exercise their reading and writing skills through a meaningful activity. The program begins with students writing letters introducing themselves and describing their interests to AAUW volunteers. Each AAUW volunteer, or 'buddy', purchases a book that matches the student's reading level and interest. They also include a letter about themselves and why they chose the book they sent. Students return thank you letters to their 'buddies'. The program concludes with a final letter written to the student telling them how important reading is and what a great kid they are! The Lansdale branch hopes to expand the Write Read Write program to other classes within Marshall Street Elementary during the next school year, and eventually bring the program to other schools as well.
