Harrisburg, PA Schools Win Recognition for their “Diversity & Inclusion” Library

Harrisburg, PA Schools Win Recognition for their “Diversity & Inclusion” Library

Diversity and inclusion in the classroom starts early in Harrisburg, PA schools, thanks to the leadership and initiative of an exemplary 2nd grade teacher.  Derek Witmer, winner of a 2021 Judith’s Reading Room Freedom Through Literacy Award, developed and curated a “Diversity and Inclusion” library at Paxtonia Elementary School as a tool to share with fellow teachers.  

Board Option Award-Derek Witmer-2021 Freedom Through Literacy

Board Option Award-Derek Witmer-2021 Freedom Through Literacy

Board Option Award – $300 Derek Witmer – “Diversity and Inclusion Library”HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA Second grade teacher Derek Witmer’s care and attention for honoring his students and their experiences has led to the creation of a curated library of books addressing important topics such as general diversity, acceptance, gender identity,and familial make ups. In recognition of…

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2021 Freedom Through Literacy Awards Announced

NEWS RELEASE CONTACT: Cathy Leiber www.JudithsReadingRoom.org 2021 Freedom Through Literacy Awards Announced Winning Applications Highlighted Exceptional Creativity and Impact   July 22, 2021 — Ms. Angela Chalkiopoulou, Limassol, Cyprus, declared Grand Prize Winner of the 2021 Freedom Through Literacy Award.   Chalkiopoulou, an educator, dominated the field of applicants with her literacy project, “Alice in Writer’s…