Did You Know?

Black third graders are the least likely to demonstrate reading proficiency (25.7%), followed by Hispanic third graders (32.1%)? If proficiency rates were equitable, 873 more black third graders would have met state standards in English (source: stlouis-mo.gov)

There are more ways to contribute to the educational development for our youth than just donating. Consider collecting some old books you no longer use and set up a free library in your own front yard!