Monroe High School was one of three area high schools that participated in the first-ever virtual book discussion as part of the annual One Book One Community (OBOC) program. Students from Monroe, Bedford and Airport high schools read selected books including All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr and Berlin Boxing Club by Robert Sharenow in their English Language Arts clases. Aided by the Monroe County Intermediate School District video staff, students from the three schools were able to see and hear each other in different locations and watch a short video.
The students’ discussion centered on themes that included responding to bullying, making the right decisions and recognizing stereotypes.
The OBOC program is in its 10th year. Each March, Monroe County Community College, Monroe County Library, Monroe County Historical Museum and Monroe Public Schools – along with other local organizations – sponsor reading groups, films, author talks and activities for all ags to promote reading. The Anthony Doerr selection has been one of the most popular selections.