Albuquerque Public Schools
Literacy Night Brings Stories to Life at Sierra Vista
Students showcase creativity, reading and research during annual family event.
Sierra Vista Elementary School recently welcomed families for its annual Literacy Night and Wax Museum, an event celebrating reading, creativity and student learning.
Organized by librarian Sue Gonzalez and the school’s Reading Goal Team, the celebration was part of a week-long series of activities connected to the school’s One Book, One School initiative centered around The Wild Robot.
Students also read Macho No Machismo by Miguel Briones, who visited the school earlier in the week to speak with students about the book and its themes.
During Literacy Night, students proudly shared projects inspired by The Wild Robot, highlighting their creativity and connections to the story.
A favorite tradition of the evening was the fifth-grade Wax Museum. Students researched important historical figures and influential individuals, dressed as their chosen person, and became “living wax figures” as families walked through the exhibit, learning about each character.
School leaders said the event reflected the hard work, enthusiasm and imagination of both students and staff while creating a memorable experience for families and the school community.