A letter to the 9th through 12th grade students of Philadelphia.
June 19, 2008
Dear Students,
Congratulations on completing another successful school year! Education and knowledge will serve as essential building blocks on your road to graduation and beyond. So be proud of this year’s accomplishment and be inspired to achieve even more.
Take time this summer to invest in yourself and your future through reading. Daily reading will help you reach your academic potential through improved reading comprehension, increased vocabulary, and entry into the workplace or college.
I challenge you to expose yourself to a variety of experiences this summer that include reading, cultural enrichment and of course, good old fashioned fun.
Whatever your plans, I wish you a safe and enjoyable vacation. See you again in September!
Your friend,
Mrs. Ackerman
Superintendent of Schools