The March 17 literacy event at Greenbelt Middle School (GMS) brought out an enthusiastic crowd of students and parents, eager to get up and read a poem or speak about their favorite books. After a presentation by author Steven Macalester, a panel of 8th grade students and other special guests spoke passionately about the value of literacy. The showcase Greenbelt Middle School Literacy Showcase began with a performance by the award-winning Greenbelt Middle School orchestra, and ended with an impressive dance display by three students from the after-school dance program, along with a book giveaway. GMS Graphic Design teacher Cortland Jones coordinated the event, which was sponsored by It Takes Two, Inc. and ForBookLoversOnly
Literacy Sparks Enthusiasm at Greenbelt Middle
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Author Steven Macalester with 8th grader volunteers Ilham Kabir, Alejandro Martinez and Tina Pham. Photo by Courtland Jones