By Monica Dan and Paola Longobardi | Trustees at VF
Something wonderful is happening at VFA - our school is turning the page on an exciting new chapter, and it’s one we’re all part of.
We’re kicking off a schoolwide reading journey, and it’s all about falling in love with books - together. This isn’t just another program. It’s a heartfelt move toward helping our students (and us grown-ups, too!) become curious, confident, and lifelong learners. And guess what? The buzz is already spreading - classrooms are feeling more alive, and conversations about stories are popping up everywhere.
At the core of it all is one simple, powerful idea: everyone in our school reads for 15 minutes each day. But this isn’t just quiet time with a book - it’s a shared daily ritual of wonder, laughter, and connection. Teachers and students sit side by side, flip through pages, and talk about the stories they love. Reading is becoming part of who we are.
And here’s a question to think about: what’s the book you’ve loved the most - the one you keep coming back to, year after year? Chances are, it’s left a mark on your heart, just like we hope this program will do for our students. We’re already seeing the magic. Just a few minutes a day is helping boost reading skills, fuel imaginations, and bring us closer together as a community.
Why It Matters - Especially in Kenya
Kenya has made remarkable strides in literacy. As of 2022, the adult literacy rate stands at 82.88%, with youth literacy (ages 15–24) reaching an impressive 95.73%. These numbers show how far we’ve come - but also remind us there’s still work to do. In rural areas, access to books and quality education can still be a challenge.
By fostering a love of reading in our school, we’re doing more than building strong readers - we’re helping build a more literate, empowered future for Kenya. So let’s keep turning pages - together.
Because when we read, we grow.
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