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I must admit that whenever I tour old homes or places of historic interest, I can envision the historic event or imagine the elegantly clad ladies descending the stairs with bated breath as their own version of Rhett Butler stands waiting patiently for them at the bottom. We used to call people like me romantics. Now, we’re artistic. Obviously, I’m not by myself because whenever I’m out and about countless people approach me to share their own memories of their grandparents or their childhood-the good ole’ days we like to call them. Or just the past in general. I think sometimes that history has to be remembered in order to be validated. I know that my own family remembers our grandparents in different ways, and history and memories in particular are a matter of perception. Granny, for instance, had to be immortalized in the newspaper because as my uncle Kenneth once said, “Granny might not have been the best mother, but she was the best grandmother that ever lived.” To answer the questions posed to me frequently, no, I didn’t have a perfect childhood. No one does, but I choose to keep the not so fond memories buried in the closet and the good ones alive and well. In essence, Erma Bombeck summed it up when she said, “you should only remember the names of your children and your major surgeries, the rest you can discard.” The same applies to history and our memories. Bask in the fond ones, throw the others away. It is only through our memories that the past is able to thrive. Nurture the past and leam from it - after all, what is past is prologue. That’s all for now, take care! John Paul Hearn, Superintendant Jenkins County School System Early literacy lays the foundation for a child's future learning and success in school. Developing early literacy skills, such as reading, writing, and communication, helps children build a strong language foundation, enhances their cognitive abilities, and sparks their imagination. It also opens up a world of knowledge and opportunities for them. By promoting early literacy, we can help children become lifelong learners and set them on a path to achieving their full potential. According to research, children who are read to at least three times a week by a family member are almost twice as likely to score in the top 25% in reading compared to children who are not read to. Studies have also shown that children who have access to age-appropriate books and reading materials in their homes tend to perform better academically. Children who enter kindergarten with well- developed literacy skills are more likely to succeed in later grades. Reading research also tells us that a child’s ability to read on grade level at the end of the third grade is the single greatest predictor of future academic success. Unfortunately, there is a significant literacy gap among children from low- income households. Access to books and early literacy resources can be limited, which can affect their academic performance. Encouraging early literacy can have positive effects on various aspects of a child's development, including language skills, cognitive abilities, and social- emotional development. There are several ways you can have a positive impact on early literacy. First, you can regularly read aloud to children from a young age. This helps them develop a love for books, expands their vocabulary, and improves their listening skills. At home, create a literacy- rich environment by surrounding children with books, magazines, and other reading materials. Ensure they have easy access to age-appropriate books and encourage them to explore different genres and topics. Engage in conversations with children and encourage them to express their thoughts and ideas. This helps develop their language and communication skills, which are essential for literacy. Provide opportunities for children to practice writing and drawing. This could be through simple activities like drawing pictures, writing letters or keeping a journal. These activities help develop fine motor skills and reinforce letter recognition. You can also regularly take children to libraries and bookstores to expose them to a wide range of books and reading resources. Please encourage them to choose their own books and explore different genres that interest them. A big thing you can do is limit screen time. Excessive screen time can hinder literacy development. Set limits on screen time and encourage By Joe Brady, Editor for The Times alternative activities like reading, storytelling, and imaginative play. Recently, the Jenkins County Elementary School started a new initiative to impact literacy positively. Growing GREAT Readers at JCES. Parents signed up to come and read to their child’s class and were given age-appropriate books to take back to their home and to be able to give out in their community. JCES hopes to use this initiative to engage families and communities in promoting early literacy. We are encouraging parents to organize reading events, book clubs, or storytelling sessions where other parents, caregivers, and community members can participate and support children's literacy development. Literacy is the key that opens doors for our children’s future. If you would like to be a part of this growing initiative at JCES by donating your time to read aloud or by donating money so we can purchase more books to put in the homes of our students, you can email Renee’ Hearn at reneeheam@jchs. com. .Jenkins County Times Proudly covering Jenkins County’s news, sports, and community events Sam Eades Publisher Joe Brady Editor Sam Eades Advertising Sales Debbie Heam Admin/Layout and Design Executive Sarah Saxon Admin/Legals/Reporter/AP Correspondent Brad Asbury Sports Editor Lori Jones Front Office/Receptionist Tyler Busch Podcast Director/Reporter THE JENKINS COUNTY TIMES issue 29 September 2023 is published weekly by on Wednesday for $35 per year by THE JENKINS COUNTY TIMES, 425 Hwy 25 S • Millen, Ga. 30442. Periodical postage pending at Millen, GA and additional mailing offices. 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