Slam Dunk Read-a-Thon
Schedule
Wed Mar 25 2026 at 08:30 am to 09:45 am
UTC-05:00Location
KIPP SHINE Prep | Houston, TX
About this Event
Get Ready for the Slam Dunk Read-a-Thon!
Come read to our SHINEsters and help us celebrate National Reading Month
Be a Reading MVP at KIPP SHINE Prep!
We're hosting our annual Slam Dunk Read-A-Thon and we want YOU to come read aloud to one of our amazing classrooms! Whether you're a parent, grandparent, KIPP staff member, or community partner; if you love reading, you belong here.
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: KIPP SHINE Prep
Cost: FREE
What to expect:
- A warm welcome from our principal, Ms. Morris, in our Zen Den
- You'll be assigned to one or two classrooms to read aloud to students
- Conversation prompts and materials provided — no prep needed!
- Light breakfast and refreshments
- A SHINE MVP certificate and group photo
- Optional: Visit our Scholastic Book Fair and network with other guests after your session
Important: All volunteers must bring a valid photo ID.
We'll be in touch after you register with your classroom assignment and all the details you need.
Agenda
🕑: 08:15 AM - 08:30 AM
Arrival
🕑: 08:30 AM - 08:45 AM
Welcome Session & Reader Orientation
🕑: 08:45 AM - 09:45 AM
Read-a-Thon Begins
Info: Each guest will visit two classrooms.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
(Optional for Guests) Celebration, Networking & Book Fair
Info: We know you've got a busy day, and this time of our day is completely optional.
Where is it happening?
KIPP SHINE Prep, 10711 Kipp Way Street, Houston, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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