Read & Rise Program

07/05/2026

❤️🤍💙Honoring America’s 250th Birthday!

The project was a collaborative effort involving members of the Lone Star and Trammels Trace chapters, the Lone Star Children of the American Revolution, the Ark La Tex Sons of the American Revolution, and students from the Washington Community Development Center.

This inspiring project was coordinated by Mrs. Shirley through the Texarkana Regional Arts & Humanities Council, Inc.. The beautiful panels are now proudly displayed on the Art Wall downtown to commemorate America’s 250th birthday!

A huge thank you to Mrs. Shirley for including the kids in this meaningful project and for the surprise of red, white, and blue popsicles! The kids absolutely loved them and had a fantastic time!

Thank you to everyone who helped bring this celebration to life! 🇺🇸

04/01/2026

Earlier this winter, the General Services Administration proposed significant changes to the System for Award Management (SAM) - the online portal that nonprofits and other grantees use to manage

04/01/2026

The Lights On Afterschool poster contest is officially open, and this year, we’re looking for any artwork that represents the spirit of afterschool programs. This includes murals,

04/01/2026

It’s happening — 2026 is right around the corner!📢

From April 13–17, we’re turning the mic over to the young people who are speaking up, leading change, and shaping their communities through their afterschool programs! This week is all about lifting up their voices and ideas for all to hear!

Join us in April: 3to6.co/youthvoices

03/21/2026

03/21/2026

TEXARKANA, Ark. – Families, community leaders, and local officials gathered on Monday, March 2, for a vibrant Read Across America celebration hosted by the Read and Rise afterschool program in […]

03/21/2026

Civic leaders gather to promote literacy through Read Across America program at We Are Washington Community Development Center.