The students of ITJ Palomar rose as champions in the international reading tournament, also securing first place in the category for the group with the most accumulated minutes! together, the students of ITJ recorded 149,903 minutes of reading immersion, devouring the pages of 5,790 books in both English and Spanish. Among them, the 3C group, led by professor Miguel Casillas, stands out, with their dedication and passion for books driving their students to accumulate 17,409 minutes of reading.But what lies behind this great achievement? For ITJ Palomar, the value of reading is reflected in academic success, as it improves vocabulary, nurtures curiosity, strengthens analytical thinking, enhances memory, and boosts attention span. Strong reading skills lay the foundation for success in nearly every academic area. But what ITJ is most proud of is that: “Reading doesn’t just make you smarter; it makes you a better person!” There is a touching quote by George R. R. Martin about reading: “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one.” Social Scientists, Psychologists, Educators, Authors, years of clinical research, and formalized testing say that it is through reading these “lives” that the reader gains experiences, obtaining insight and empathy, which can translate into individuals with a higher level of understanding and kindness towards their surroundings.
