Schools across the district will be welcoming guest readers into classrooms for Read Across America events.
Board President Veva Islas
Wednesday, March 1, 10 a.m.
Birney Elementary School
3034 E. Cornell Ave. (93703)
Superintendent Bob Nelson, Chief of Police Paco Balderrama and Mayor Jerry Dyer
Thursday, March 2, 9 a.m.
Malloch Elementary School
2251 W. Morris Ave. (93711)
Board Clerk Susan Wittrup
Thursday, March 2, noon
Wawona K-8 School
4524 Thorne Ave. (93704)
Superintendent Bob Nelson and Fresno State President Saul Jimenez Sandoval
Friday, March 3, 9 a.m.
Sunset Elementary School
1755 S. Crystal Ave. (93706)
Brandalyn Hastings representing Trustee Elizabeth Jonasson Rosas
Friday, March 3, 9:20 a.m.
Balderas Elementary School
4625 E. Florence Ave, (93725)
Jaqueline Cruz representing Trustee Keshia Thomas
Tuesday, March 7, 10 a.m.
Kirk Elementary School
2000 E. Belgravia Ave. (93706)
Trustee Claudia Cazares
Friday, March 10, 11:40 a.m.
McCardle Elementary School
577 E. Sierra Ave. (93710)
“I love being part of Read Across America and seeing the joy that books bring our students. It’s also a great opportunity for our schools to host guest readers who can engage and encourage our students,” said Superintendent Bob Nelson.