Elks Lodge 1254 Donates 750 Dictionaries to Coeur d’Alene Third Graders
Elks Lodge 1254 Donates 750 Dictionaries to Coeur d’Alene Third Graders Elks Lodge #1254 continued its long-standing commitment to literacy by donating 750 dictionaries to third-grade students in the Coeur d’Alene School District. At Skyway Elementary School, the excitement was immediate—students opened their books and eagerly explored definitions, the solar system, the Braille alphabet, and more. Third grader Hayley Bedingfield gave a thumbs-up and... Read More
Lowell Lions Club Donates Dictionaries to Lake Village Elementary Third Graders
Lowell Lions Club Donates Dictionaries to Lake Village Elementary Third Graders The Lowell Lions Club in Indiana made a meaningful impact at Lake Village Elementary School this month by delivering personal dictionaries to two third-grade classrooms. As part of their ongoing commitment to literacy and youth development, the club’s initiative ensures students have access to a foundational learning tool that supports reading, writing, and... Read More
Rotary Club of Fillmore Delivers 290 Dictionaries to Local Third Graders
Rotary Club of Fillmore Delivers 290 Dictionaries to Local Third Graders The Rotary Club of Fillmore, California just wrapped up its 19th year participating in The Dictionary Project, continuing its long-standing tradition of empowering young learners through literacy. Led by Dictionary Project Coordinator Martha Richardson, club members—alongside local law enforcement—visited four local schools: Rio Vista Elementary, San Cayetano Elementary, Mountain Vista Elementary, and Piru... Read More
When Verbs Confuse, Dictionaries Clarify – But Not Without Drama
When Verbs Confuse, Dictionaries Clarify – But Not Without Drama In a witty and relatable piece titled “A Word, Please,” grammar expert June Casagrande dives into a surprising discovery: Merriam-Webster has been quietly updating how it displays verb forms—potentially making readers doubt their memory. What she frames as “dictionary gaslighting” actually highlights the evolving role dictionaries play in making language accessible. For readers and... Read More
Volunteers For Literacy of Habersham County Delivers Dictionaries and Graduation Dreams
Volunteers For Literacy of Habersham County Delivers Dictionaries and Graduation Dreams Volunteers For Literacy of Habersham County (VFL) brought excitement, smiles, and educational inspiration to over 600 third-grade students in the Habersham County School System this September through their annual partnership with The Dictionary Project. Each student received a personal dictionary and a pen inscribed with their high school graduation year — 2034. Dressed... Read More
Wallkill East Rotary Club Contributes Dictionaries to Students in Pine Bush, NY
Wallkill East Rotary Club Contributes Dictionaries to Students in Pine Bush, NY For the 16th consecutive year, the Wallkill East Rotary Club has partnered with The Dictionary Project to distribute personal dictionaries to third-grade students in Pine Bush, New York. This year’s event was filled with excitement, gratitude, and a special life lesson. Rotarian Bill Basset shared a memorable moment from the delivery: “I... Read More
Raymore-Peculiar Sunrise Optimist Club Provides Dictionaries for Students
Raymore-Peculiar Sunrise Optimist Club Provides Dictionaries for Students Since 2008, the Raymore-Peculiar Sunrise Optimist Club has proudly participated in The Dictionary Project, giving young learners the tools they need to explore language and literacy. Originally distributing dictionaries to 4th graders, the club later shifted its focus to 3rd grade students — and has now provided more than 400 dictionaries annually to students in the... Read More
North South Foundation Provides Dictionaries at National Finals Event
North South Foundation Provides Dictionaries at National Finals Event A big thank you goes out to Harshil Garg and the North South Foundation, who generously donated dictionaries to students attending the NorthSouth National Finals Event. Their support not only enhanced the event but also reinforced the importance of literacy and educational access for all students. By providing each finalist with their own personal dictionary,... Read More
Rotarians Donate Dictionaries to the Students of Bunkie, Louisiana
Rotarians Donate Dictionaries to the Students of Bunkie, Louisiana As part of their 100th anniversary celebration in 2025, the Bunkie Rotary Club reaffirmed its commitment to literacy by donating dictionaries to third-grade students in Bunkie, Louisiana. Students at St. Anthony School and Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy each received a personal copy of a dictionary thanks to the Rotary Club’s partnership with The Dictionary Project.... Read More
Korean War Veteran Donates Dictionaries to Every Third Grader in Shasta County
Korean War Veteran Donates Dictionaries to All Third Graders in Shasta County Dick Wilkerson, Commander of the Korean War Veterans Association in Shasta County, California, has made a meaningful contribution to local education by donating a personal dictionary to every third-grade student in the county. A strong believer in literacy and youth empowerment, Wilkerson took action to support young learners by equipping them with... Read More