Neil Cummins Readathon
Readathon is the PTO's biggest fundraiser of the year!
We celebrate reading all month long while raising vital funds for programs and resources that enhance the Neil Cummins educational experience. Students enjoy reading-themed activities such as dressing up as book characters, creating bookmarks, and participating in weekly challenges. The celebration culminates with a Readathon Day—a full day of reading, guest author visits, and reading related events across campus.
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Readathon Month: Jan 5 - 30, 2026
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Dress as a Book Character Day: Friday, Jan 23
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Readathon Day: Wednesday, Jan 28
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Student Fundraising Goal: $175+
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School Fundraising Goal: $80,000+
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Order Guest Author Books!
Guest author visits are a highlight of Readathon Day! After each presentation, authors are available to sign purchased books.
Enter the Bookmark Contest!
Every student is invited to design their own bookmark with themes that celebrate reading, books, the Neil Cummins Library, or the Readathon itself.​​
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GRAND PRIZE: One winning bookmark design will be chosen per grade. The bookmark design will be professionally printed for every student in the grade. Winners will be announced at a special assembly.​
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Have fun, be creative, and share your artistic talents!
​​DEADLINE: All bookmark designs are due by the end of the school day on Friday, January 30, 2026. Bookmark designs can be turned-in to your teacher or the front office. ​
Dress Up As a Book Character!
Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 is Dress Up as a Book Character Day! Neil Cummins students have the chance to bring their favorite book characters to life by dressing up & recreating beloved characters from children’s literature. The class with the most participants who dress as a book character wins a special treat!
Readathon Quicklinks
Calendar of Events- coming soon
Order Guest Author Books- coming soon
​The Readathon 2026 team is comprised of parent volunteers and includes Julie Clifton, Janelle Henry, Heather Long, Allison Penning, Lauren Quint, Melanie Schier, Ellie Strasser, Paarul Suri, Anne-Marie Tasto, and Tara Tullis who feel fortunate to work together for a great cause.
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To get in touch, please email the team: readathon@ncpto.org