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Join the 1838 Reading Challenge

Join the 1838 Reading Challenge!

Celebrate our legacy. Elevate our literacy.

Saint Louis Public Schools invites all Pre-K through 12th grade students in the City of St. Louis to take part in the 1838 Reading Challenge—a citywide literacy movement rooted in SLPS history and powered by student achievement.

The challenge: Read 1,838 minutes by May 1st, 2025.
The reward: A VIP invitation to the exclusive Superintendent’s Sneaker Ball in 2025.

 

Participation Requirements

  • Who: All Pre-K–12 students in the City of St. Louis

  • What: Read 1,838 minutes by May 1st, 2025

  • Must Do:

    • Register to participate

    • Track your reading minutes using the official online form

  • What Counts: Books, audiobooks, eBooks, graphic novels—every minute matters

 

Step 1: Register for the Challenge

All participants must register by completing the 1838 Reading Challenge Registration Form

1838 Reading Challenge Registration Form QR Code:

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Step 2: Track Your Reading Minutes

Submit your minutes using the 1838 Reading Challenge Tracker

1838 Reading Challenge Tracker QR Code:

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You may update the tracker multiple times as you continue reading.

 

Celebrate Your Success

Finish strong and earn your VIP invitation to the 2025 Superintendent’s Sneaker Ball—where reading and style come together for one unforgettable night.