By Aislyn McKernan – Social Media Editor-in-Chief

Student-athletes from Jonathan Law visited Mathewson Elementary School for Read Across America Day. 

The Law students, along with a group of Foran students, spent their morning on March 2 reading to elementary students at Mathewson Elementary School. They read books from the school libraries and worked with kids in different grades and classrooms.

Both high school and elementary students were excited to partake in Read Across America Day. Law senior Siya Patil was one of many students who were happy to participate in this event and even see some of her old teachers. 

“My favorite part of the day was getting to meet the kids and connect with some of my own teachers that I had when I went to Mathewson,” Patil said.

Foran English teacher and Read Across America Organizer Mrs. Farrell was delighted to be able to see the students getting along well and working alongside other organizers. 

“I always enjoy attending this event alongside our athletic director, Mr. Jeff Raucci, and Mr. Tom Drew and Kay Drew from Law,” Farrell said. “It’s inspiring to see students come together and serve as such positive role models for younger readers. Not only do they read to elementary students, but they also take the time to talk with them, something younger students truly value. Experiences like this help foster a genuine love of reading while showing younger students strong examples of who they can look up to.”

Read Across America Day is important for many reasons. The high school students’ main goal is to encourage more kids to read.

“I feel that Read Across America Day is so important because it encourages kids and students to read and shows how important reading is for learning and school,” junior Jocelyn Larracuente said.

The high school students enjoyed reading and talking with the elementary students. Patil was happy with the energy the elementary kids provided. 

“I think the event went really well,” Patil said. “It was fun for both high school readers and elementary schoolers, and the energy in the classrooms made the day feel positive and memorable for everyone involved.”