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Kicking Off the School Year with the Lit C.R.E.W. Literacy Institute!
By Inayah Ansari, Tiffany Perry, Allison Philippin This August, ExpandED Schools proudly launched the Lit C.R.E.W. Literacy Institute, a three-day professional learning experience that set the stage for an exciting new academic year! With educators, program leaders, and partners gathered together, the institute was buzzing with creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to making literacy come alive for students across New
The Magic of the Lit C.R.E.W. Live Project Awards
By Inayah Ansari, Tiffany Perry, Allison Philippin There’s nothing quite like watching young minds light up with pride and creativity—and that’s exactly what happened at the Lit C.R.E.W. Live Project Awards! This unforgettable celebration brought together middle school students from across the city to showcase their imaginative, book-inspired projects. From Claymation recreations to original songs and dances, student podcasts, painting, jewelry
Literacy Palooza: Where Nature Meets Imagination!
By Inayah Ansari, Tiffany Perry, and Allison Philippin What do you get when you combine free books, nature, family fun, and the power of reading? Literacy Palooza: Literacy in Nature—a joyful kickoff to the summer and a year-long celebration of literacy across New York City! In a powerful partnership between ExpandED Lit C.R.E.W., New York City Reads Initiative, and Cypress Hills,