The GreenJackets Reading Program is back for the 2026 season! Through our partnerships with local Boards of Education, students in grades K–8 (varies by district) are already participating in this successful program. Schools throughout the CSRA that are not yet enrolled are encouraged to join and give their students the opportunity to be part of the fun.
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What is Auggie's Reading Program?
Auggie's Reading Program is a four-week program divided into four sections, each representing a "base" on the baseball diamond. Once students complete an assignment, they will advance to the next base! The goal is to hit a "home run" by the end of the designated time frame set by the Teacher, Librarians or Media Specialists.
Teachers, Librarians, Media Specialists work with students to set requirements and goals. Goals can be set by the number of books, number of pages, number of hours spent reading, etc.
Each base the student completes comes with a prize from one of the Auggie's Reading Program sponsors.
Game Day Information
Sunday, May 3rd vs. Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (Chicago White Sox) Ι Gates: 1:00pm Ι First Pitch: 2:05pm
- Pre-Game Catch on the Field (1:00pm - 1:30pm) presented by GreatClips
- Pre-Game Reading Program Parade at 1:20pm
- Post-Game Kids Run the Bases (12 & under) presented by Bruster's
Wednesday, May 21st vs. Charleston RiverDogs (Tampa Bay Rays) Ι Gates: 6:00pm Ι First Pitch: 7:05pm
- Baseball Bingo presented by Comfort Keepers
- Pre-Game Reading Program Parade at 6:20pm
Student Benefits
Educational
- Fun way to encourage students to read and reward them along the way of the program for reaching their reading goals.
Game Day Rewards
- Earn a COMPLIMENTARY ticket to a GreenJackets baseball game
- Get recognition by walking in the Pre-Game parade with their class/school
Additional Tickets
- Discounts available for families of students who complete the program.
Educator Benefits
- Teacher will be emailed a code for BOGO tickets for the Reading Program Days
- Schedule an appearance by Auggie to come out and help promote Auggie's Reading Program, read a book together with Auggie, visiting classrooms, leading the charge in your Reading Parade, etc.
How to Sign-Up for Auggie's Reading Program
1. Contact the GreenJackets
- Review the below material
- Call the GreenJackets with any questions
2. Sign Up for the Program
- Sign up online by clicking below (a GreenJackets representative will contact you once you submit)
3. Set Reading Requirements
Educators determine the reading requirements that best fit their students. Goals can be based on the number of books read, pages completed, time spent reading, or a combination of reading activities.
Each base students reach earns them a reward provided by an Auggie’s Reading Program partners, keeping students motivated and engaged every step of the way.
4. Track Student Progress
- Teachers will track the progress of their students. Parents are also encouraged to help track their child's progress.
5. Complete the Program
- Once the student has completed the reading requirements for 1st base, 2nd base, 3rd base, and hit a home run, parents will click on the "Reedem Your Voucher" and fill out the form
- Select one of two dates that is offered to your school district
- Select other seats for your family to attend the game and celebrate your child's accomplishment at a discounted ticket rate.
- Tickets will be emailed to you after you've purchased additional tickets.
- If you have multiple children who have completed the program, please call Yari Natal at (803) 349-9409 or email [email protected].
6. Enjoy YOUR SCHOOLS day at SRP Park
- Watch your students enjoy a day out at SRP Park and celebrating their accomplishment of hitting a home run!
- Auggie's Reading Program schools and home run hitters will be recognized with a pre-game parade around the warning track on their game date! Schools are encouraged to make banners around the theme of "Reading is Fun" to display during the pre-game parade and each reading game one class will win a special prize!
For more information about the program, please call Yari Natal at the Augusta GreenJackets, (803) 349-9409, or email her [email protected]