Promise to Read

Katy ISD Kicks Off Promise to Read 2021

Photo Caption: Brian Faulkner of Sewell Mercedes Benz reads to 2nd graders at Pattison Elementary in the first in-person event of Promise to Read 2021. (Katy ISD photo)

By George Slaughter Promise to Read, a volunteer reading program, is returning to the Katy Independent School District for the 26th straight year. The district said in a news release that this year’s in-person program is complimented by a virtual option, ensuring every Katy ISD elementary can participate. McRoberts, King and Hutsell elementary schools earlier this year welcomed valued partners to read to their classes. During this time, Partners in Education recorded the sessions for […]

Katy ISD Kicks Off Promise to Read 2020

Promise to Read, turns 25 this year with an innovative twist- the Katy ISD tradition that brings business and community partners into classrooms to read books to students is now completely digital, making it accessible to every Katy ISD elementary campus. “Promise to Read 2020 transforms a beloved 25-year Katy ISD tradition into a more dynamic, far-reaching event available to every Katy ISD elementary classroom.  The online model allows both in-person and at home KVA […]