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School board reviews $300,000 ReadUSA agreement to fund book fairs and summer literacy supports
Summary
The Duval County School Board discussed a proposed $300,000 agreement with ReadUSA to fund book fairs, parent guides and summer “summer slide” literacy supports targeted to Title I schools; board members requested past data, survey-response rates and a clearer outreach plan for English-language learners and families.
The Duval County School Board discussed a proposed agreement with ReadUSA that would fund school book fairs and summer literacy supports with $300,000 in district funds.
Board members raised questions about which schools would receive materials, whether the money covers both book fairs and the summer “slide” program and how ReadUSA advertises events to families. A ReadUSA representative explained the contract covers book fairs, parent guides and summer materials and that ReadUSA provides volunteers and free book fairs for Title I schools.
Board members pressed staff and ReadUSA for data on participation and outreach.…
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