DOWEA Pierce Terrace Elementary School

Hey DoDEA Americas Students! Ready for an epic summer adventure? Second Lady Usha Vance’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge is here — and this year we’re celebrating the 250th anniversary of America’s founding with even more fun and discovery!

Here’s how to join the adventure:

Read 12 books of your choice (any genres — fiction, nonfiction, classics, or new favorites!) between June 1 and September 4.

Track your reads on the official log.

Submit it for a personalized certificate, an America 250-themed bookmark, a special prize, and a chance to win a trip to Washington, DC with a chaperone!

Every page you turn is a new journey — exploring new worlds, meeting unforgettable characters, and learning something fresh. Let’s make this the best summer of reading yet and show the nation what DoDEA readers can do!

Grab your free reading log and learn more at: wh.gov/read

Who’s in? Drop a 📖 and tell us what book you’re starting with!

Summer Reading Challenge This summer, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, we are excited to invite all children (K-8) to join in the Second Lady’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. Participants will read and track 12 books of their choice between June 1 and September 4. Every book counts!

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🎉📚 That’s a wrap on an amazing school year!

Today is the LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! ☀️
Students will be released at 11:30 AM.

Thank you to our students, staff, and families for a wonderful year filled with learning, growth, and memories. We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break! 🌴😎✏️

Today we celebrated our amazing Kindergarten and 1st Grade students during our Awards Ceremony! 🎉🏆

We are so proud of all of their hard work, growth, and accomplishments throughout this school year. From learning new skills to building confidence and friendships, our students have truly shined bright! 🌟

Congratulations to all of our award recipients and students for a wonderful year filled with learning and success. Keep reaching for the stars! ❤️📚

📚✨ Reminder: Tomorrow is the LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!

Students will be released at 11:30 AM.
We hope everyone has a safe and fun summer break! ☀️😎

Be sure to check out this week’s school newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, celebrations, and reminders! Thank you for your continued support as we finish the school year strong! 📚
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The first grade Book Swap was a fun and exciting event that gave students the chance to trade in book they’ve already enjoyed for “new-to-them” stories to read over the summer. With so many great books contributed by classmates, students loved browsing, sharing favorites, and picking up fresh adventures to take home. The event encourage a love of reading while giving books a happy new home!