The Sigurbjorg Stefansson Early School in Gimli, Manitoba, is using flashlights to help students get excited about books during March 2026. These Flashlight Friday events bring children together in a fun and relaxed way to practice their reading skills and share stories.
During the sessions, students gather in the school gymnasium to read in the dark using handheld lights. This activity allows children to work with reading buddies to enjoy books in a festive environment designed to make learning more engaging.
The Evergreen School Division organizes these events as part of a larger effort to encourage a love for books among early learners. The sessions typically take place alongside I Love to Read Month, which is celebrated in local schools throughout February and March.
School officials and community members have shown support for these literacy programs by participating in the activities. Trustees Jillian Yorga and Gladys Kohler have previously visited the school to read with students and see the program in action.
