Waverly Students Create 645 Valentine's Boxes

Waverly Avenue students are sharing their love of reading with children in shelters across Long Island. 

For the 13th year, students were asked to create Valentine's Day reading boxes, which include books, a snack, simple games or activities, and a note from the Waverly student who created the box.  They created a total of 645.

“The Valentine’s Reading Box project is another fine example of the kindness and generosity of the Waverly community,” said Waverly principal Dennis Kelly. “I am very proud of our students, parents and staff for once again going above and beyond to help others.”

The Valentine's Day reading boxes ties in with the school's new PARP (Parents As Reading Partners) program which kicked of on Jan. 24 with the Winter Wonderland theme and tagline: There's 'Snow' Better Time to Read.

Throughout the program, which runs until Feb. 18, Waverly has scheduled different themed events including:

• Hot chocolate with your favorite book on kick-off day
• Wear favorite hat and mittens and donate hat and mittens to those in need
• Readable t-shirt day
• Book Fair at Barnes & Noble
• Mystery Reader
• Pajama Day

The boxes will be donated to Little Flower, Mary's House, Anne Marie's House, Lighthouse Mission, Project ReDirect, Lake House, Help Suffolk and Hour Children.