2023 VIPS Reading Day

Thank you 2023 Readers!  

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2022 Reading Day Review.

2022 Reading Day readers and contributors.

2022 ViPS Reading Day Slideshow.

Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.

Craig O'Neill's Arkansan of the Day on November 15

2021 ViPS Reading Day Review - click here.

General Reading Day information:

What is ViPS Reading Day?  It is a one-day event hosted by Volunteers in Public Schools with a two-fold objective:

• To encourage READING for all ages.
• To raise awareness of volunteer opportunities within the Little Rock School District.

Is registration required in order to participate?  Yes! It is our goal for every elementary classroom to have a reader on Reading Day.  All assignments are made from registrations received. 

What are readers expected to do?  Readers are asked to select a story (15-30 minutes in length) to read to their assigned class.  It is important to share your love for reading with your students and encourage positive reading habits during your visit.  Many volunteers will incorporate the use of props, visuals, or use funny voices to keep students engaged.  We encourage you to have fun and be creative!  Need ideas on selecting a book? Click here

How long will it take?  Though most volunteers are in the classroom for approximately 30 minutes, allow one hour to include a timely arrival and check-in.

Once I register, when will I receive my assignment?  Most assignments are mailed during the last week of October and the first week of November. If you have not received a letter or e-mail from the ViPS office by November 10th, please call 447-4450.

Who do I contact with additional questions?  Tammy Blaylock or Jackie Merrell, ViPS staff

Reader videos:

VIDEO 1 - Kevin Clay

VIDEO 2 - Ginny Belotti

VIDEO 3 - Emily Hester

VIDEO 4 - Henri Smothers

Due to health and safety restrictions during Covid, all participants were asked to donate books to our schools.

Over 2000 new, hardback books were donated to LRSD elementary schools in November 2020.

2019 Reading Day Photo Recap.  Thank you readers.

For a list of all Reading Day 2018 readers, click here.   Click here to view 2018 Reading Day photos.

For a list of all Reading Day 2017 readers, click here.

Thank you 2016 Reading Day volunteers!

2016 Reading Day Review

Click to view list of readers!

2015 READER LIST
2015 READING DAY SLIDE SHOW

Many thanks to all volunteers participating in ViPS Jane Mendel Reading Day 2014!

CLICK to view list of readers.

CLICK to view slideshow.

ViPS Reading Day 2013: Photos and readers

ViPS Reading Day 2012: Photos and readers (Yep, click the links!)

ViPS Reading Day 2011 Review
2011 Reader Participants

ViPS Reading Day 2010 Review
 Reading Day Slideshow