The Carolina Bears believe excellence doesn’t stop at the field.

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First & 20 is our official literacy initiative encouraging every athlete to read for 20 minutes per day. Families log reading weekly, building accountability and consistency.

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What We Do

 

• Daily 20-minute reading commitment

• Weekly parent reading log

• Library card drive 

• In-person tutoring opportunities

• Access to online academic resources

• Recognition at games and team events

   

  Our goal is simple: build student-athletes who are as strong in the classroom as they are on the field.

   

 

 

Why It Matters

 

We believe discipline, confidence, and success on and off the field starts with literacy. By integrating reading into youth sports culture, Bears Read reinforces the message that academic success and athletic success can be accomplished together.

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Program Impact

 

• Improve reading and comprehension skills

   

• Increased access to books and learning tools.

 

• Stronger reading habits.

 

• Greater family involvement in education.

 

• A culture that celebrates learning.

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