Unlocking Potential Through Reading at The Phoenix School
At The Phoenix School, we hold a simple: reading is one of the keys to unlocking a child’s potential.
Reading is…
- The gateway to realizing the mind’s potential.
- Essential for economic independence and upward mobility.
- The bedrock of our constitutional democracy.
- A right we have allowed to become a privilege.
📚 Why focus on reading?
Reading is the foundation of all learning. It helps children expand their vocabulary, sharpen their critical thinking skills, and understand the world around them. Whether they’re decoding new words or diving into an imaginative story, reading builds the confidence they need to tackle new challenges.
At The Phoenix School, our students are encouraged to read a minimum of 7 books over the summer, with each child choosing books that capture their interest. This personalized approach is designed to cultivate a love of reading and a strong reading habit that will serve them well in all areas of their education.
But we don’t just focus on reading for reading’s sake. We strive to develop critical reading skills that allow our students to analyze and better understand the stories they read. We encourage them to do something creative and informative with the content they’ve read, which fosters a deeper connection to literature.
Reading is an integral part of every aspect of our curriculum. We individualize reading, ensuring that each student reads at their appropriate level, regardless of their grade. When our students return from their summer adventures, they’ll have the opportunity to present their book projects to the entire school and pitch their favorite reads to their classmates.
At The Phoenix School, we believe that fostering a love for reading is one of the most important things we can do for our students. It’s more than just a skill; it’s the foundation for lifelong learning and success.
