A Tradition of Storytelling and Service
Each year, York North Rotarians bring the joy of reading to first-grade classrooms across the Northeastern School District. The Reading to Kids program has been a beloved literacy initiative for many years, sustained by dedicated Rotarians who share both their time and their love of books.
This year, leadership for the project was taken on by Rotarian Deb Perry, who coordinated volunteers to visit four schools — Conewago, Orndorff, Mount Wolf, and York Haven — reaching an impressive 277 first-grade students.
A Book to Keep — and a Memory to Treasure
Each reader selects a favorite children’s book to share with their class. After story time, every student receives their very own copy of this year’s featured title, High Fly Guy.
“The children are so excited,” said Perry. “They already know and love Fly Guy, so they’re thrilled to get a book of their very own.”
The delight on their faces reminds Rotarians that literacy is more than a lesson — it’s an opportunity to open minds and nurture imagination.
Carrying On a Proud Tradition
Although this is Deb Perry’s first year leading the program, she is grateful to continue a legacy that has been passed down through York North Rotary for decades. “Fortunately, our club has always had people willing to keep the program going,” she shared. “It’s wonderful to see so many members volunteering to make it happen year after year.”
Rotary in Action
The Reading to Kids project embodies Rotary’s mission of Service Above Self by encouraging literacy, building community connections, and inspiring the next generation of readers. Through programs like this, The Rotary Club of York-North continues to make a meaningful difference — one story at a time.