The children feel that their special friend is the only person that reads to them on a regular basis and is the only person that builds their self-esteem. Six thousand dollars was raised in local funds to coordinate the second Reading is Fundamental project in this county. Since research shows there is a direct correlation between the number of books a child has at home and how successful that child is in school, we felt there was a definite need to continue this program. Community collaborations have definitely been strengthened because of this project. Collaborators meet on a monthly basis during the school year to plan and assist with programs and services.
Teachers make many parent referrals to the center.