Hamilton School back to school party!

On Sunday August 30th, principal James Gray convened the firsat annual back to school reading gathering. We donated a good selection of books to the school, and were invited to attend.

Upon my arrival, I heard the band break into a great version if Sweet Child of Mine (Guns and Roses) which included a perfect guitar solo by the lead guitarist,

Books were stacked everywhere for kids to pick out and take home!

Or to read while listening to the music.

From Principal Gray:

On Sunday August 30th, Hamilton Elementary, had its first annual Rock for Reading Back to School Picnic. Over 4000 books were distributed to approximately 175 of Hamilton’s students. The 300 attendees listened to live music from the student band Shockwave of the Music House, as well as Definition Chaos, a band from Franklin Fine Arts Center.

Students, famililes and community members  were thrilled to listen to great music and get new books at the Rock for Reading picnic. Principal James Gray said, “I am thrilled to partner with the Rock for Reading Organization. Hamilton is a Fine and Performing Arts Magnet Cluster School and the link between music and literacy is obvious to me. Thank you  for your support!”

Thanks!

James Gray
Principal
Hamilton Elementary