About KNOW
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to join Jana Marie Foundation for our winter book club!
KNOW Book Club provides an opportunity for self-discovery and self-reflection through vibrant discussions surrounding carefully selected works of literature. In addition, KNOW will create connections, build community, and give readers the chance to think about their own mental health and the role mental health and wellness plays in our lives.
The young adult titles we will explore will have stories and themes related to mental health that tend to be relevant to young people today, and that tie to the mission of Jana Marie Foundation. We will encourage weekly reading of specific chapters in the chosen book each week in order to discuss those chapters as a group when we meet. Reading is a powerful source for seeking knowledge, thinking freely and critically, and learning more about the world around us. When it comes to mental health, Jana Marie Foundation feels the more you KNOW, the more you can empower yourself and others to be their best!
WINTER 2024 BOOK CLUB DETAILS
What: A four-week winter book club for students in grades 9-12.
When: Wednesdays, January 31 through February 28 from 4:00 -5:00 PM
Where: Room B216 at State College Area High School
Featured Book: We will read Turtles All the Way Down by John Green.
Parents, if you wish to see reviews of the book, please see Common Sense Media. It is recommended for ages 14+, and we want parents to have a chance to approve the selection before we have the first discussion. You and your student may also be interested in reading articles about the book and author from MHF and the Times.
Students interested in participating can go to the Jana Marie Foundation website and register for the club. Books on loan can be picked up at the JMF Office by contacting Christine Hughes at christine@janamariefoundation. org. Schlow Library has copies on reserve as well.
We look forward to reading, learning, and sharing with you!
