• What is the 314/Pi Day Reading Challenge?

    Saint Louis Public Schools invites all students to participate in the 314/Pi Day Reading Challenge, part of Literacy for the Lou. This challenge celebrates 314 Day, a tribute to St. Louis’ history, culture, and people, while promoting daily reading habits.

    From February 24th to March 10th, students are encouraged to read 30 minutes a day, totaling 314 minutes of reading. Since March 14th (3/14) is also Pi Day, completing the challenge comes with a special reward—students who log at least 314 minutes of reading will earn a movie experience at a local theater.

    Who Can Participate?

    • All SLPS students (PreK-12th grade)
    • Non-SLPS students who reside in the city of St. Louis

    How to Join

    1. Register by February 23rd, 2025:
      📌 Click Here to Register
      📌 Or scan the QR code below:

      QR Code to register for the 314 Pi Day Reading Challenge

    2. Track Your Reading Minutes:

      • Starting February 24th, students will log their reading using the 314 Pi Day Data Tracker.
      • SLPS students will find the tracker on their school-issued devices.
      • Non-SLPS students can access it at slps.org/literacyforthelou.
      • Printed trackers will be available for SLPS pre-school and elementary students who prefer to log minutes on paper before entering them online.
      • All minutes must be recorded online by Sunday, March 10th, 2025.

    Challenge Rules & Guidelines

    ✔ Students must read at least 314 minutes between February 24th and March 10th.
    ✔ Students are encouraged to read 30 minutes per day.
    ✔ Parents may read aloud to their children to count toward their daily minutes.
    ✔ Students or parents must record their reading time in the online 314 Pi Day Data Tracker.
    ✔ The Data Tracker will be available on SLPS student devices by February 24th.
    ✔ Non-SLPS students can access the tracker at slps.org/literacyforthelou.
    ✔ All reading minutes must be submitted online by March 10th.

    Questions?

    For more information, contact communications@slps.org.

    Encourage students to participate and help promote literacy across St. Louis!