ALBUM: RAAW23

Katie Botha • March 3, 2023

To say this week was a “wild rumpus” might be an understatement!

On Monday, the students arrived to a magical wonderland thanks to countless creative hours by Mrs. Camilla Alipanah and months of hard work by our incredible Read Across America Week committee members and volunteers. But that was just the start–once the school day began, we were joined by a veritable army of Community Helper Mystery Readers including:

  • Mrs. Kelly Lazzara, Superintendent
  • Dr. Clift, Associate Superintendent
  • Dr. Gardner, Dentist
  • Dr. Jennifer Morris, Veterinarian
  • Deacon Kevin Hogan
  • Mr. David Castle, US Army
  • Mr. Scott Turner, Local Author
  • Mrs. Analiese Genova
  • Mrs. Laura Thoene, Physical Therapist
  • Mr. Mitchell Deinhammer, Henrico Fire
  • Shiela Martinez, University of Richmond Cheerleading
  • SMCS Alumni Authors – Maggie O., Owen G., Sofia B., Noah L., Kiran S.

The rest of the week was full of fun ranging from buddy reading and green eggs and ham to CFA lunches and crazy attire. Enjoy a glimpse at just some of the moments we shared below!

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