WHEREAS, Literacy of its citizens is important to the City of Philadelphia, for its workforce, for parents to help their children, and for the city's economic vibrancy
WHEREAS, ASAP/After School Activities Partnerships has used the extended day to show that literacy is achieved in many ways; and
WHEREAS, Research has shown that Scrabble expands word usage dictionary skills and comprehension while having fun; and
WHEREAS, During October, adults who love the game of Scrabble and are eager to share their skills with young people, either for pleasure or as competition, can foster learning and create a love of words and their meanings; and
WHEREAS, Those who enjoy playing competitively will have the opportunity to be involved in a non-rated championship matches, bringing excitement to the City; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, THAT THE PHILADELPHIA CITY COUNCIL, Recognize and honor PNC Bank and Comcast who support Scrabble as a means of developing a more literate population, and declare October as Philly Plays Scrabble Month.
FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be presented to ASAP/After School Activities Partnerships and its sponsors—PNC Bank and Comcast as sincere sentiments of this legislative body.
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