Watkinson Middle School Read-A-Thon 2021

ABOUT OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL READ-A-THON

Through our annual read-a-thon, Watkinson middle school students aim to provide necessary funds to girls in Kenya who wish to go to school. For over 10 years, we have held a read-a-thon fundraiser to support our friends in Kenya and raise the tuition money required for them to attend Tembea High School through the non-profit organization BEADS for Education. In fact, through our fundraising, the Watkinson community has helped more than 20 girls go to school who might not have otherwise had the opportunity to get a high school education. In 2020, the pandemic required that our read-a-thon was virtual. This year, we are excited that the read-a-thon will take place on campus in the Wilson Gymnasium on December 17!

ABOUT OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THE TEMBEA SCHOOL IN KENYA

Our friendship with the Tembea School extends beyond fundraising. Over the years, Watkinson and Tembea students have corresponded as pen-pals; participated in a book club; and shared music, stories, and customs. We feel grateful for our special relationship with our friends at Tembea and that we can help with their tuition needs. Please consider joining us in our support of the girls at Tembea High School by sponsoring our Watkinson middle schoolers as we engage in our read-a-thon in service and gratitude to our special friends in Kenya. Thank you for any help you can give...no gift is too small.

Learn more about BEADS for Education here.

Check out this video about BEADS for Education and Tembea School.