One Book/One Sullivan has a record turnout
•April 15, 2026•
L-R, beginning at the top: Zeke Walk, Noah Davis, Edie Gibbons, Nora Becker, Libby Wall, Ava Warren, Violet Cohan, Aubrey Fultz, Charlie Martin, Scarlett Perrott, Michaela Blickensderfer, Gideon Walk, Sarah Windhorst, Mrs. Ray, Bentley Meadows, Emma Drake, Mrs. Powell, and Mitchell Wesselman.
by DM Williamee
On Thursday, April 9th, One Book, One Sullivan (OBOS) experienced a record turnout of 130 people from the community, the largest turnout in nineteen years, for their annual student-led book reading. This year’s title, “The Fire, the Water, and Maudie McGinn,” by Sally J. Pla, drew both insightful and some rave reviews from those who read it. Rikki Ray, who began the OBOS program, shared that her students are especially passionate about OBOS, with three students sharing their experiences and perspectives.
Said SHS Emma Drake, a student participant of OBOS, “I signed up for OBOS at the suggestion of my elementary school librarian, Mrs. Fleming. I joined my 5th-grade year, and I have participated in OBOS since then. OBOS has helped me with so many life skills through middle school and high school. I’ve learned how to look at situations from new perspectives. I’ve also gained confidence in my leadership skills, trying to be the best role model I can, especially as a high schooler. I would encourage younger students to join and become involved. You always have strengths to add to a group, even if you don’t think you do. And if OBOS is not for you, get involved in something and find out what you are passionate about.”