D.E.A.R Day

D.E.A.R. stands for Drop Everything and Read. National D.E.A.R. Day is a special reading celebration to remind and encourage families to make reading together on a daily basis a family priority.

When is National D.E.A.R. Day? The birthday of beloved author Beverly Cleary is the official event date, April 12th. However, Springridge will be celebrating on we will be celebrating D.E.A.R Day on April 13, 2010. Ramona Quimby, the program’s official spokesperson, is responsible for spreading the word and the love of reading.

If you are interested in volunteering for this program, or if you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact either the Committee Chair or a PTA Executive Board member. All contact information can be found on the Contact Us page of this website.