Professional Athletes support the read-in
Many professional athletes give a considerable amount of time encouraging literacy and academic achievement in the community. After hearing of several shootings in North Minneapolis, E.J. Henderson, #56 of the Minnesota Vikings, stopped by Best Academy to speak with the children and let them know "people love you". Erasmus James, former Viking and Washington Redskins, was also a regular partner of the Read-In.
Erasmus
James signing autographs at Cub Foods Read-In event.
E.J.
Henderson pictured with Eric Mahmoud who is the founder and
Principal of Best Academy.
Minnesota
Lynx players visit Best Academy students.
Erasmus James with young reader.
E .J. Henderson speaks to Best Academy class.
Alan Page addresses 200 students and
staff at the Nelly Stone Johnson School..