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Hunterdon County Commissioner Soloway joins Alexandria students for Read Across Generations event

ALEXANDRIA TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — On Tuesday, May 28, Hunterdon County Commissioner Susan J. Soloway delighted students at Alexandria Township School by participating in Read Across Generations, an initiative celebrating literacy and intergenerational learning.

Commissioner Soloway was the special guest of second grader Grayson Byelick in Ms. Lisa Gossett’s class, where she read the beloved children’s book Dragons Love Tacos. The event underscored the importance of fostering a love of reading among young learners while highlighting the role of community engagement in education.

“I am thrilled to be Grayson’s guest today and be a part of Alexandria Township School’s Read Across Generations event,” said Commissioner Soloway. “As a grandmother, it brings me such joy to read with my grandchildren. Reading together not only strengthens literacy skills but also connects us across generations in meaningful ways.”

Read Across Generations encourages community members to visit classrooms and share stories that spark imagination and support learning. Commissioner Soloway, a frequent participant in reading events throughout the year, brings a personal enthusiasm for promoting education and literacy as vital tools in shaping young minds.

Jay Edwards

Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender, voice-over artist, traffic reporter (award winning), NY Yankee maintenance crewmember and peanut farm worker. His hobbies include mountain climbing, snowmobiling, cooking, performing stand-up comedy and he is an avid squirrel watcher. Jay has been a guest on America’s Morning Headquarters,program on The Weather Channel, and was interviewed by Sam Champion.

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