Flint Community Schools is excited to announce, "A Taste of Literacy," a vibrant and interactive event aimed at engaging families in fostering literacy skills among children. The event will take place on March 6, 2024, at the Flint Farmers' Market. Attendees can look forward to a day filled with fun, free, multi-generational activities led by dedicated staff, families, and community partners. From storytelling sessions to interactive games, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. The event will feature spotlight speakers including: Mama Sōl, National Spoken Word Artist Semaj Brown, Flint’s First Poet Laureate Latashia Perry, Bestselling Author Shani Womack, Master Storyteller, Master Storyteller Flint Community Schools would like to extend its gratitude to event spotlight speakers, as well as our partners Crim Fitness Foundation, Snap-ED Michigan Fitness Foundation, Flint Public Library, and Flint and Genesee Literacy Network for their support in making this event possible.

2-29-24 Flint Community Schools Hosts "A Taste of Literacy" Event to Empower Families and Enhance Literacy Skills

Flint Community Schools

February 29, 2024

Flint Community Schools is excited to announce, "A Taste of Literacy," a vibrant and interactive event aimed at engaging families in fostering literacy skills among children. The event will take place on March 6, 2024, at the Flint Farmers' Market.

"We invite all parents and family members to join us in actively participating in their children's education," said Kevelin Jones, Superintendent of Flint Community Schools. "At 'A Taste of Literacy,' families will discover how they can contribute to their child's learning journey and feel welcomed as valued partners in education."

The event aims to increase knowledge levels among parents and caregivers by providing them with effective strategies and activities to implement at home. By empowering families with the tools to become reading champions, Flint Community Schools hopes to create a supportive environment for literacy development. The first 500 attendees will receive complimentary Market Bucks, and there will be raffles and free books available.

"We believe that literacy is a fundamental skill that opens doors to endless opportunities," remarked DeLynn Smith, Curriculum Development Specialist (Humanities). "Through 'A Taste of Literacy,' we aim to equip families with the resources they need to support their children's literacy journey."

Attendees can look forward to a day filled with fun, free, multi-generational activities led by dedicated staff, families, and community partners. From storytelling sessions to interactive games, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

The event will feature spotlight speakers including:

  • Mama Sōl, National Spoken Word Artist
  • Semaj Brown, Flint’s First Poet Laureate
  • Latashia Perry, Bestselling Author
  • Shani Womack, Master Storyteller, Master Storyteller

Flint Community Schools would like to extend its gratitude to event spotlight speakers, as well as our partners Crim Fitness Foundation, Snap-ED Michigan Fitness Foundation, Flint Public Library, and Flint and Genesee Literacy Network for their support in making this event possible.