Throughout the year, the Rendell Center delivers special programs that are based on fresh content, current events and civic holidays.
April / May 2023
Join Our Salute to Firefighters in the
2023 Read Aloud Extravanganza
Benjamin Franklin described firefighters as “Brave Men, Men of Spirit and Humanity, good Citizens, or Neighbors, capable and worthy of civil Society and the Enjoyment of a happy Government”. There are more than are 29,000 Fire Departments in the United States, with 1.1+ million firefighters. And nearly 70% of these firefighters are volunteers. They are great examples of Citizenship in Action
About Our Program
Firefighters will actively engage in a Read Aloud Session with your students, discuss the history of firefighting and how to become an engaged citizen. The program can be tailored to meet your needs. Average length of time is 45 minutes. Firefighters will also answer questions from the students about firefighting.
The program is great for students in grades k-4. The Rendell Center will connect you with a firefighter in your community and provide the virtual link.
For additional information email Beth Specker or submit a form registering your interest.
March 2023
Celebrate Women’s History Month through Literature in the
2023 Read Aloud Extravanganza
Join The Rendell Center and The Pennsylvania Bar Association in our Read Aloud Program to celebrate Women’s History Month the week of March 20th, 2023.
Pennsylvania Lawyers and Judges will join classrooms virtually or in person with our specially crafted Read Aloud Sessions. The sessions last 30-45 minutes and are ideal for grades 2-5.
During these engaging sessions, works of children’s literature are read by lawyers or judges, followed by questions on current issues and the readings.
The Readings will
- Make young learners aware of women’s history in the United States.
- Learn about noteworthy Americans and honor the contributions they have made to our country.
- Celebrate the Constitution and the Rule of Law.
- Promote interest in the law to young people.
- Discuss citizenship and the Rule of Law – giving back to your community.
Here are the Read Alouds selected for Women’s History Month.
February 2023
Celebrate Black History Month through Literature in the
2023 Read Aloud Extravanganza
Join The Rendell Center and The Pennsylvania Bar Association in our Read Aloud Program to celebrate Black HistoryMonth
Pennsylvania Lawyers and Judges will join classrooms virtually or in person with our specially crafted Read Aloud Sessions for Black History Month. The sessions last 30-45 minutes and are ideal for grades 2-5.
During these engaging sessions, works of children’s literature are read by lawyers or judges, followed by questions on current issues and the readings.
The Readings will
- Make young learners aware of black history in the United States.
- Learn about noteworthy African Americans and honor the contributions they have made to our country.
- Celebrate the Constitution and the Rule of Law.
- Promote interest in the law to young people.
- Discuss citizenship and the Rule of Law – giving back to your community.
Here are the Read Alouds selected for Black History Month.
