My name is Brooke Bayzick and I am a preschool special education teacher in my local district. I have two young children at home and as a teacher I understand that a drive for literacy at an early age is important to several areas of development.When I started teaching in the low socioeconomic district, I knew I was entering a world where student wouldn't be academically ready, but I discovered so much more. It wasn't until students entered that classroom that some of them were getting a taste of literacy for the first time. This past year hit us where it hurts. As we transitioned into remote learning, the picture was painted. So many students had so little access to what they needed to be successful. We knew they didn't have it before, but now, not they weren't even coming to school to get their hands on it. They were relying on a moving computer screen to do it for them. This wasn't how it was supposed to be. I felt a burning call to action and I hope you will feel it to!
As virtual 'learning' progressed so did virtual...everything else really. I attended quite a few virtual Usborne Books & More parties and found myself thirsty for more rich an engaging materials for my two children at home. That is when it hit me. My students need this. My coworkers students need this. I am sitting here with the means to make purchase after purchase of these rich and engaging literacy materials and my students are struggling. I became a consultant. I built up a library. I then attending trainings on how to Party for a Purpose and get books to my students and others like them. Virtual learning has been extended time and time again, and the students need more.
I can do something but I can't do it alone. I am calling to you! By donating money, in any amount, I can directly purchase age appropriate engaging books and get them into the hands of these children. Money will go directly to children who otherwise would not have access to learning materials such as these. Once monetary donation amounts reach $250 dollars, Usborne Books & More will match our funds 50%!
Life is Sweeter Together. Together is the best place to be. In a time where we are driven to isolation, we can still come together through giving!
