An account of a Democratic Republic of Congo refugee who endured the unthinkable and relocated to Rochester is bringing Brockport High School students and staff together in a reading project.
Brockport High School students are reading the book titled How Dare the Sun Rise: Memoirs of a War Child, by Sandra Uwiringiyimana. The book, which students have access to on their laptops and digital devices, is about strength and resilience through the eyes of a child who decided to turn adversity into an opportunity for advocacy.
Brockport High School staff are also reading the book and engaging in conversations with students during social studies classes and in advisement. Parents interested in reading the book are encouraged to join in the discussion.
The project will come to life during its culmination on November 29 when the author will visit the high school to bring first-hand insight to the students. Further, the project extends beyond the walls of the high school into the greater community, as the author will visit the Seymour Library that evening. Parents and community members are invited to attend the event at the Seymour Library, located at 161 East Avenue in Brockport. Uwiringiyimana will speak at 6:30 p.m. and the Brockport PTSA is hosting a reception to follow. Books are available at the Brockport High School Library, through the Monroe County Library System and at Lift Bridge Book Shop. For information, contact the Seymour Library at 637-1050 or the Brockport High School Library at 637-7449, ext. 7845.
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