MPS had its annual Read Across America celebration on Friday, March 2. NEA's Read Across America is a fun, celebratory way to promote the enjoyment of reading. It is a wonderful opportunity for students, teachers, librarians, administrators and parents to share the joys of reading aloud to each other. Over 230 students in grades 6, 7, and 8 participated as readers or listeners. Many teachers, administrators, and staff joined the celebration as well, reading aloud picture books, short stories and poetry. Many thanks to Gnazzo's for their very generous donation of food, snacks, and beverages for the celebration.