1、2014/2015 ANNUAL REPORT557 Broadway,New York,NY 10012 212-343-6100 Scholastics mission is built on helpingchildren learn to read and love to read.We believe that independent reading is a critical part of childrenslearning and growth.With support from teachers,parentsand schools,children choose from
2、Scholastic the books they want to read,and discover the pleasure and power of reading.Finding the right book at the right time can light an emotional spark within children that motivates themto read more,understand moreand read joyfully.When that happens,the world opens.Everything becomespossible.Ph
3、otography Credit:Doug ScalettaCredoScholastic produces educational materials to assist and inspire students:To cultivate their minds to utmost capacity To become familiar with our cultural heritage To strive for excellence in creative expression in all fields of learning,literature,and art To seek e
4、ffective ways to live a satisfying life To enlarge students concern for and understanding of todays world To help build a society free of prejudice and hate,and dedicated to the highest quality of life in community and nationWe strive to present the clearest explanation of current affairs and contem
5、porary thought,and to encourage literary appreciation and expression consistent with the understanding and interests of young people at all levels of learning.We believe in:The worth and dignity of each individual Respect for the diverse groups in our multicultural society The right of each individu
6、al to live in a wholesome environment,and equally,the personal responsibility of each individual to help gain and preserve a decent and healthful environment,beginning with informed care of ones own body and mind High moral and spiritual values The democratic way of life,with basic liberties and res