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Local program pairs students with shelter animals to boost reading confidence
Citrus County In Focus (local media segment) · November 18, 2025
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Summary
A volunteer program at Citrus County’s animal shelter—referred to on air as 'Can I Read to You'—pairs Central Ridge Elementary students with shelter animals; teachers and children said the program builds reading confidence and motivates students to pick up books.
Citrus County’s on‑air segment highlighted a volunteer reading program at the county animal shelter called "Can I Read to You," which pairs elementary students with shelter animals to practice reading aloud and build confidence.
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