Mill Creek unveils "Literacy League" for middle schools; teachers ask board for seed funding

Three Mill Creek middle‑school teachers introduced the district’s new "Literacy League" at the Oct. 27 school board meeting, describing a flexible reading program intended to replace the Accelerated Reader platform and expand participation across reading levels.

"Literacy League is Mill Creek's new and improved middle school reading program," said one presenter, adding that the program is designed "to support and motivate readers of all levels and interests." The presentation was made at the Mill Creek Education Center and livestreamed for the public.

The teachers said the program asks students to read regularly, then demonstrate comprehension to earn a Literacy League ticket. Students place tickets in a library box; each quarter the district will award prizes to the top three readers and select five additional winners by random drawing, the presenters said. To keep the field competitive and…