The Battle of the Books is a voluntary reading incentive program for students from all schools in grades 3-8. The purpose of the competition is to encourage students to read good literature from different genres plus the practice of good sportsmanship, the development of leadership skills, and just plain FUN.
The Battle of the Books is a perfect display of all that is right in the Etiwanda School District.
Many volunteers are needed to make this event a success. Readers, timers and group escorts are needed for the day of the battle from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and for clean up after the event.
The Battle of the Books shows the successful partnership we have between the schools and families of the Etiwanda School District.
We have parents and families who value education and are consistent and supportive of our schools, a district administration which provides the teachers and in this case the librarians with facilities and materials they need, a school site administration which provides direct supervision of teaching and school activities, and teachers who are hard working professionals and challenge every child to do their best.
When everyone takes responsibility for their role in the life and education of children, when we are willing to give of ourselves, we have successful events like The Battle of the Books.
The Etiwanda School District is especially blessed by the generosity of the E3 Foundation who sponsors this event and makes it possible. Like I said, the Battle of the Books is a perfect display of all that is right in the Etiwanda School District.
