Student Recognized for Literacy Program

From left, Edgecombe County Public Schools Superintendent John Farrelly, school board Vice Chairwoman Evelyn Wilson and SouthWest Edgecombe history teacher Keith Parker, right, honor SWE student Saquan Revis for his creation of the League of Literacy.

SouthWest Edgecombe High School student Saquan Revis was recognized at a recent meeting of the Edgecombe County Public Schools Board of Education for his “League of Literacy” organization.

The mission of the program is to promote literacy to young people in Edgecombe County.

Driven by his own passion for knowledge, Revis came up with the idea for the literacy program last summer after attending a Leadership Academy Camp at the school, led by history teacher Keith Parker.

“The primary goal of the Southwest Leadership Academy is to equip students with the skills they need to become citizen servants – because ultimately we believe there is joy in helping others,” Parker said. “Saquan is doing this and is a fine example of a citizen servant.”

Revis has worked with Dana Walters, a second-grade teacher at Carver Elementary School, through his program, the League of Literacy. Each month, Revis and several other students visit her classroom to share their love of reading with students.

Additionally, the league provides books, t-shirts and bookmarks all aimed at encouraging students to read.

Currently, Revis is working on collecting book bags for the children he serves.

Revis is appreciative of the support he has received from the community to make his vision a reality.

“I am very thankful for the donations received from the teachers at SouthWest, area churches and other community members,” he said. “The League of Literacy has provided me the opportunity to give back to my community and help students understand the importance of reading.”

Originally posted on the Rocky Mount Telegram

 

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