Coastal libraries celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month
September has rolled in and that means it is Library Card Sign-up Month. The designation of this celebration began in 1987 as an opportunity for people to get involved…
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Therapy dogs lend an ear at Gulfport Library's Sit, Stay and Read
Who let the dogs out -- in the library? It's all part of the Sit, Stay and Read program at the Gulfport Pubic Library. Jamie Hobbs, a retired nurse of 45 years,…
Summer programs return to Jackson-George Regional Library System
Summer library programs offer an ocean of possibilities. The Jackson and George Regional Library System is hosting an array of summer activities, the first ones back in person…
Mississippi: reading test almost at pre-pandemic pass rate
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A preliminary snapshot of 3rd graders’ literacy proficiency in Mississippi shows a passing rate nearly the same as before the COVID-19 pandemic, the state education superintendent said Thursday. “The hard work of teachers, students and parents…
Stone County Library receives large donation of books
The Stone County Library just received a welcomed addition. A company out of Nevada called Kids Need to Read contacted the library about donating a number of books…
#ReadAcrossAmericaDay celebrates Dr. Seuss’ birthday
It’s #ReadAcrossAmericaDay. March 2nd celebrates Dr. Seuss’ birthday, encouraging reading and literacy to everyone. The well-known author and illustrator created timeless children’s books, now shared by many generations of young readers.…
Waveland Public Library sets up story walk to create opportunities for literacy
Creating a space for children and families to read while enjoying the outdoors, a story walk is now available to the community. In the…
Local librarian puts twist on Christmas storytelling
One Biloxi Librarian had to adjust to a new way of telling stories in the age of COVID so she decided to put a South Mississippi twist on telling…
Long Beach School District to take part in Mission Acceleration
Long Beach School District has been selected to be a part of Mission Acceleration’s pilot program designed to accelerate reading achievement for 1,000 children in Mississippi.…
Harrison County students head into summer with reading kits
Just because Harrison County students are officially on summer break doesn’t mean they will stop hitting the books. The school district distributed thousands of reading kits to all students, kindergarten through 11th grade. Each kit contains an…
Mrs. Mississippi American 2020 reads to first graders virtually for ‘Read Across America’ Day
'Read Across America' Day is also being celebrated in classrooms across Mississippi virtually this year. Mrs. Mississippi American 2020 Jamiee Dorris may not have been able to read to a room full of first graders due to…
Taking advantage of library services during quarantine
While in quarantine now might be the best time to relax with a good book from your local library. Although all the libraries in Jackson and George counties are closed to the public, there are still ways you can satisfy…
JK Rowling releases new children's book
Harry Potter author JK Rowling is working on a new book project and is hoping her young readers will help her finish it. It's called ‘The Ickabog’ and you can read it for free on the ickabog.com. The book will…
Connecting the community through literacy
Mississippi students and their families are participating in a statewide community literacy campaign called ‘Mississippi Reads One Book.’ Getting kids excited about reading is the goal of the ‘Mississippi Reads One Book’ literacy campaign. For the month of October, kids…
Library Card Sign-Up Month
Students have been back in school for about a month and now the Jackson-George County Library System wants to remind parents of one of the most valuable school supplies: a library card. That’s why they have marked September as ‘Library…
Moss Point mayor rolls out literacy initiative
With the school year now well underway in Moss Point, the city is once again rolling out an initiative to benefit kids of all ages. Are you ready to read? Well, the children of Moss Point sure are. Mayor Mario…
Gulfport recognized for educational progress
The Gulfport learning community was recently recognized for growth in the area of early school success. The Pacesetter Honors from the ‘Campaign for Grade-Level Reading’ recognizes the progress made in the area, especially in terms of literacy. United Way of…
Summer Reading Programs in Gulfport
A quarter of third graders in Mississippi failed their reading tests. Over the summer, it’s time to hit the books with a purpose! Nonprofit organizations are teaming up with the Gulfport Public Library to encourage students with incentives to read…
Little Free Library opens at Crossroads Elementary
It was an exciting day for book lovers at Crossroads Elementary in Gulfport as they officially opened their brand new Little Free Library. High school carpentry students from around Harrison County came together with the Rotary Club of Gulfport-Orange Grove…
28th Street Elementary students celebrate ‘Read Across America Day’
Students at 28th Street Elementary School in Gulfport welcomed some special guests to help them celebrate ‘National Read Across America Day.’ The Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport invited elected officials and community leaders to read to each of the school’s kindergarten…
National Read Across America Week
This week is ‘National Read Across America’ Week and Harrison Central Elementary is celebrating with different themed activities every day. Today more than 30 students from West Harrison High School visited the elementary school to talk and read to the…
Student wins bike from the Bannister Foundation
For years, the Bannister Foundation has surprised students in Gulfport with gifts and rewards for their hard work in school. Following months of hard work, students at Central Elementary let out a loud ‘thank you’ after they all got the…
Harry Potter birthday celebration at Long Beach Public Library
Next week is someone we all know and love’s birthday. The wizard who has been capturing children’s hearts through reading for many years: Harry Potter. The Long Beach Public Library hosted a birthday celebration in honor of Harry Potter’s wizardry.…
Long Beach Public Library ‘Libraries Rock’ program
School’s out, but the Long Beach Public Library encourages children to learn and be creative with their Libraries Rock program. The library combines music and reading activities to keep students reading over the summer. This summer program makes sure kids…