We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the Madison Metropolitan School District’s “Mad for Reading” literacy campaign, designed to foster a lifelong love of reading among students of all ages. This initiative encourages family involvement in students' reading journeys, creating shared experiences that extend beyond the classroom.

In celebration of this campaign, we’re excited to share resources to help your family get involved. This month, we’ve curated a special Black History Month book list to highlight stories that celebrate Black history and culture. Additionally, be sure to check out our Bingo Cards for fun reading challenges and engage with inspiring stories from our schools to see how the campaign is taking root in classrooms.

We’re also excited to invite you to the upcoming Read Your Heart Out event, a time-honored tradition now in its 21st year, where African American and Black community members share stories and poems with our students. Tune in on Monday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. via the MMSD YouTube page to participate in this inspiring event.

Thank you for joining the Mad for Reading movement! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our community, helping every child thrive through the power of reading.