Defiance Police Officers Assn., I.U.P.A. Local #166 members read Dr. Seuss books to schoolchildren. Defiance Police Department posted about it, “We had fun celebrating Dr. Seuss Week with the amazing students at Defiance Elementary School. Our officers and staff love sharing some classic stories and seeing all of the smiles! ‘The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.’ – Dr. Seuss.”

Fort Myers Police Officers Association, I.U.P.A. Local #6065 members read to kids in this video. Fort Myers Police Department shared on social media, “Deputy Chief Victor Medico read ‘Cat in the Hat’ to Mrs. Smith’s and Mrs. Ortolano’s first grade class at Oasis Elementary North for Read Across America Week.”

Memphis Police Association, I.U.P.A. Local #318, members read to children in this video and this video. The department posted about it on social media, “🌟 Wow! What an incredible week. Our officers visited schools citywide to support Read Across America in our schools. We really enjoyed reading and interacting with our kids in our city! 📖 🏙️ 🚓”

Milwaukee Police Association, I.U.P.A. Local #21 members were featured in multiple posts by the department:

  • “District One had a great time celebrating Read Across America week! We were able to join the festivities at Cass Street School and Maryland Avenue Montessori School. Thank you to our community partners who helped make this a special week for the students.”
  • “District Seven officers read books to several classrooms today at 95th Street School for National Read Across America Day!”
  • “Always a great event partnering with Neu-Life Community Development to engage the youth of Milwaukee. Great Dr. Suess Day Celebration! Building relationships with the youth and mentors is so important for police-community connections. At Neu-Life Community Development, the youth find more than just a place to be after school—they discover mentors who truly care about their struggles and go the extra mile to provide the support they need. It’s heartwarming to see how these strong bonds help shape the future of Milwaukee’s youth and create a lasting impact. Excited to continue these partnerships and celebrate the incredible work from Neu-Life Community Development #MKEPD #mkepd3 #mke #community #communitysupport #reading #drsuess #art”

Prince William County Police Association, I.U.P.A. Local #5010 members had story time with some kids and their department posted about it, “Thank you, Kilby Elementary, for sharing these great photos and inviting us to read with your awesome students! This is a day so many #PWCPD officers look forward to each year. #encourage #inspire #ReadAcrossAmerica Kilby Elementary”