Every child is born with a severe mental defect. This defect can be completely cured, yet it remains prolific in our society. As a mental disease, it is controlled in stages. The only cure for this disease, illiteracy, is education.
Approximately 32 million adults in America are considered to be illiterate; about 14% of the entire adult population cannot read. Among developed nations, the U.S. ranks 16th for adult reading skills. Between 40 and 44 million adults, or roughly 20 to 23% of adults in the U.S., are limited to reading at the basic or below basic proficiency levels. 20% of high school grads haven't developed basic reading proficiency by the time they don their cap and gown. Kids who aren't successfully reading at grade level by the third grade are four times less likely to finish high school. Approximately 85% of youth who come into contact with the juvenile court are considered to be functionally illiterate. About 70% of male and female inmates score at the lowest proficiency level for reading. As many as 75% of welfare recipients struggle to read even the simplest texts. In terms of lost productivity, it's estimated that the portion of the population that can't read costs the nation a staggering $225 billion each year.
The literacy state is not any better for young children. Two-thirds of America’s children living in poverty have no books at home, and the number of families living in poverty continues to rise. It is not difficult to imagine that children who do not have access to books or read regularly are vulnerable to falling behind in school, which often leads to juvenile criminality. Childhood illiteracy poses a real threat to the economic growth and development of our society. It is widely known that literacy — the ability to read and write — is tied to everything we do and our interactions in social situations. Literacy is the foundation to build essential skills to perform better in school and develop an interest in becoming a lifelong learner. It has a direct impact on one’s personal growth, economic welfare, and long-term well-being. Written by Rui Diemart.
Illiteracy often takes a backseat to more pressing issues but based on the statistics we've uncovered, it's clear that it's no less important. Closing the education gap is easier said than done but if reading rates could be improved, the research suggests that the end result would be a win-win for the country as a whole.
The Perfect 10 Charity in partnership with Toys for Tots and Make a Difference, have started the Read for a Ride Book Club. This Book Club is a tool to help teachers create an interest in reading for our 3rd graders.
Any student that is behind in reading skills
can be a member of this book club.
We have started this program in 10 Pasco County Schools.
Awards are provided to each school for students that complete the assignments. We also donate 10 new bikes to each school to award the most improved students.
We are reaching out to our local community for support
of this vital program. There are many ways to help:
1. Make a donation to: The Perfect 10 Charity
PO Box # 10
San Antonio Fl. 33576
(A $50.00 donation will purchase a new bike and helmet.)
2. Ask your church, business or club to be a gold sponsor.
(You will make sure the prizes are available.)
If you have an interest in supporting this project, contact:
Bill Schroder at 352-636-0550 for more information
or email at: schroder_b@yahoo.com
If you cannot read, no one can help you.
If you can read no one can stop you!
Approximately 32 million adults in America are considered to be illiterate; about 14% of the entire adult population cannot read. Among developed nations, the U.S. ranks 16th for adult reading skills. Between 40 and 44 million adults, or roughly 20 to 23% of adults in the U.S., are limited to reading at the basic or below basic proficiency levels. 20% of high school grads haven't developed basic reading proficiency by the time they don their cap and gown. Kids who aren't successfully reading at grade level by the third grade are four times less likely to finish high school. Approximately 85% of youth who come into contact with the juvenile court are considered to be functionally illiterate. About 70% of male and female inmates score at the lowest proficiency level for reading. As many as 75% of welfare recipients struggle to read even the simplest texts. In terms of lost productivity, it's estimated that the portion of the population that can't read costs the nation a staggering $225 billion each year.
The literacy state is not any better for young children. Two-thirds of America’s children living in poverty have no books at home, and the number of families living in poverty continues to rise. It is not difficult to imagine that children who do not have access to books or read regularly are vulnerable to falling behind in school, which often leads to juvenile criminality. Childhood illiteracy poses a real threat to the economic growth and development of our society. It is widely known that literacy — the ability to read and write — is tied to everything we do and our interactions in social situations. Literacy is the foundation to build essential skills to perform better in school and develop an interest in becoming a lifelong learner. It has a direct impact on one’s personal growth, economic welfare, and long-term well-being. Written by Rui Diemart.
Illiteracy often takes a backseat to more pressing issues but based on the statistics we've uncovered, it's clear that it's no less important. Closing the education gap is easier said than done but if reading rates could be improved, the research suggests that the end result would be a win-win for the country as a whole.
The Perfect 10 Charity in partnership with Toys for Tots and Make a Difference, have started the Read for a Ride Book Club. This Book Club is a tool to help teachers create an interest in reading for our 3rd graders.
Any student that is behind in reading skills
can be a member of this book club.
We have started this program in 10 Pasco County Schools.
Awards are provided to each school for students that complete the assignments. We also donate 10 new bikes to each school to award the most improved students.
We are reaching out to our local community for support
of this vital program. There are many ways to help:
1. Make a donation to: The Perfect 10 Charity
PO Box # 10
San Antonio Fl. 33576
(A $50.00 donation will purchase a new bike and helmet.)
2. Ask your church, business or club to be a gold sponsor.
(You will make sure the prizes are available.)
If you have an interest in supporting this project, contact:
Bill Schroder at 352-636-0550 for more information
or email at: schroder_b@yahoo.com
If you cannot read, no one can help you.
If you can read no one can stop you!