Reading College applauds 68 student graduating class
Reading College wrapped up its 13th year of helping youth in Red Deer improve their reading and writing skills by celebrating its 68 graduates on July 26 in the main gym at Red Deer Polytechnic.
“Without a doubt, the teachers have helped the students become better readers and writers. This is my fourth year as coordinator and I saw students’ confidence flourish right before my eyes and their skill level increase with the daily targeted teaching,” said Sue Carmichael, Reading College program coordinator.
In the mornings, students focused on word work, reading and writing and in the afternoons, got to participate in a fun activity. Some of the reading skills that are focused on include reading comprehension, fluency, and decoding.
They are also bussed to and from the classes, which are held at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre, and provided breakfast, lunch, and snacks.