December 07, 2023 – Educators say, “Illiteracy is preventable.”
Monterey County Weekly
But 70% of children in Monterey County are starting school at least two years behind—most never catch up.
November 30, 2023 – The Heartwarming Impact of Read to Me Project
Monterey County Weekly
The magic of the Read to Me Project is illuminated by what participating 4th, 5th, and 6th graders say about their experiences while reading to the pre-schoolers at home.
November 09, 2023 – The Connection Between Early Literacy and Mental Health
Monterey County Weekly
The connection between early literacy, success in school, equitable opportunity for achieving one’s dreams, and ultimately healthy aging is a profound relationship that for local under-served children begins with the Read to Me Project.
April, 2023 – KFRS Family Radio interview with Mary De Groat
KFRS Family Radio – Interview by Carmen Shantz
October, 2022 – Read to Me Project name outstanding nonprofit for youth development
King City Rustler –
Early Literacy program recognized for work that is increasing reading abilities among students in Monterey County.
Turning the Page. Monterey County Kids Lag in Literacy Scores.
Nonprofits are stepping up to close the gap
Monterey County Week – by Celia Jimenez