Reading took center stage at the Utah State Capitol today as students from across Utah gathered for the first statewide Utah Reads Read-A-Thon.
Two Davis School District schools — Clinton and Oak Hills Elementaries — were among eight schools invited to attend the special read-a-thon in the Capitol rotunda because of their efforts with summer reading and read-a-thon activities. Their hard work gave students the opportunity to celebrate their love of reading alongside other young readers from across the state.
Students spent an hour reading in the Capitol rotunda and hearing from Utah First Lady Abby Cox about the importance of reading. Each student also received a book to take home, with donuts adding a little extra fun to the morning.
The event was part of a statewide effort to encourage students, families and communities to make time for reading. More than 275,000 students and adults were expected to participate in the Utah Reads Read-A-Thon through schools, libraries, businesses and organizations across the state.
For Clinton and Oak Hills students, the day was a celebration of the work they have already put into reading. Building strong literacy skills helps students develop knowledge, vocabulary and comprehension while opening the door to learning across every subject.