For our final poetry classes, we decided to hold the first ever Solomon student reading. 3rd, 4th and 5th graders gathered in the gymnasium, presenting their favorite poems written over the twenty weeks of the residency one by one, as well as in groups. What a great event—the perfect way to wrap-up another terrific year at Solomon!

Thanks to all the teachers—Mrs. Jones, Mr. Sandlass and Mrs. Goode—for their continued support of the Hands on Stanzas program. Extra thanks to Principal Moy, for welcoming me back this year, and to Ms. Lasner and Ms. Quinn for emceeing the reading.

Hope everyone has a wonderful summer and see you in the fall!

3rd graders up front prepare to read

4th graders applaud their peers

Mrs. Jones keeps an eye on things ...

... while Mrs. Goode, Mr. Sandlass, Ms. Lasner and Ms. Quinn (organizing juice and cookies for hungry and thirsty readers) eye 5th graders waiting their turn in the back rows