Foussat Language Academy Students Receive Free Books
First and second-grade students received five books each to take home to support their literacy and dual-language skills.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Primary Education
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ABC 10News visited Oceanside's Foussat Language Academy to distribute free books to first and second-grade students. Each student selected five books to keep as part of the Storytime program, which aims to support the school's dual-language curriculum.
Why it matters
The program helps close early literacy gaps by providing students with personal home libraries, a key step in strengthening long-term academic success. By fostering a love of reading, this effort directly supports the educational goals of local dual-language programs.
First and second-grade students at Foussat Language Academy each received five free books to take home. The initiative is supported by the Scripps Howard Fund, the San Diego Council on Literacy, and North Island Credit Union.
The players
ABC 10News
A local news outlet that manages the Storytime program to promote child literacy and community engagement.
Jared Aarons
A reporter who led the reading session for students during the school visit.
Foussat Language Academy
An Oceanside school that utilizes a dual-language program to support student academic development.
The details
During the school visit, ABC 10News staff and reporter Jared Aarons read stories aloud to the children to encourage engagement with literature. After the reading session, students were invited to select five books from the available collection to add to their personal home libraries. This hands-on process is designed to build excitement around reading and provide students with age-appropriate materials to support their ongoing literacy development.
Timeline
October 22, 2026
The Home Front
Research consistently shows that children with access to a home library demonstrate stronger early literacy skills and better reading outcomes. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to ensure students have the educational resources necessary to succeed outside the classroom.
Families can build on this momentum by setting aside a dedicated, comfortable space for children to keep their new books and practice reading. Establishing a consistent daily reading routine at home is one of the most effective ways to support a child's academic growth.
The takeaway
Building a personal library at home is a simple but powerful way to encourage children to develop a lifelong reading habit. Encourage your child to share their new books with you this week to keep the excitement about their school experience going.
Further reading
Learn more about local school initiatives by visiting the Primary Education section.
More information
For more information on upcoming visits or the initiative, view the program and participating schools information.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ABC 10 News San Diego KGTV.
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