Thursday's theme is "Reading is "Paw"Sitively Awesome." wear Botetourt gear of blue and white."
Did you know women were not able to obtain credit cards in their own name until 1974
Wednesday's theme is "Oh, the Places You'll Go While Reading," wear vacation gear or a shirt from a special place you've visited.
In 1869, the Wyoming territory was the first to grant women the right to vote.
Tuesday's theme is "Reading Jogs the Mind," you can wear school-appropriate athletic, work-out, or sports wear.
In honor of Women's History Month, we will share a fact with you for the next month. Women's History Month began in 1907.
🥞🍎 National School Breakfast Week 🍳🥛
Fuel your day the right way! 🏫💪 This week, we’re celebrating National School Breakfast Week, highlighting the importance of a nutritious start to your morning. Breakfast is not just the most important meal of the day—it’s also key to fueling learning, focus, and success in the classroom.
Join us in celebrating and enjoying all the delicious, healthy options available at our school cafeterias! 🌟 #NSBW2025 #SchoolBreakfast #FuelForSuccess
Monday's theme for Read Across America is "We Moustache You to Read," so wear a moustache using eyeliner or a fuzzy stick on moustache.
Thomas Calhoun Walker was a Gloucester native who was the first Black man to practice law in Gloucester County.
Barack Obama became the first Black U. S president in 2008.
In 1992, Dr. Mae Jemison was the first Black woman to travel to space.
Dr. Charles Drew created a safe way to store blood that continues to save lives.
Lonnie Green was a NASA aerospace engineer who invented the Super Soaker.
Phillis Wheatley was the first Black person to publish a book of poetry in 1773.
George Coleman Poage was the first Black person to win a gold medal in the Olympic Games in 1904. His event was the hurdles.
Ruby Bridges was only 6 years old when she desegregated her school in 1960.
Did you know George Washington Carver's work resulted in more than 500 products created sweet potatoes and peanuts.
General Colin Powell was the first Black Secretary of State under President Bush.
James E. West co-invented the electric microphone in 1964.
Marian Anderson was the first Black singer to perform a leading role in the Metropolitan Opera in 1955.
