U.S. Senate Celebrates Día
On Monday, April 30, 2007, Senators Robert Menedez (D-NJ) and Jack Reed (D-RI), joined by children from the Oyster Bilingual School, honored El día de los niños/El día de los libros at the U.S. Capitol.
After delivering opening remarks, Sens. Reed and Menendez discussed advocating for literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Sen. Menendez then read to the enthusiastic group of children.
Other event participants were Miriam Calderon, National Council of La Raza, Loudell Robb, Rosemount Center, and Kathleen T. Horning, ALSC President.
Senator Robert Menedez interacts with children from Oyster Bilingual School.
Sen. Menendez reads to the group.
Senator Jack Reed joined in the Día Celebration on April 30.
Information was available for press representatives in attendance at the national celebration.
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