Mike Gregoire, husband of Governor Chris Gregoire, paid a visit to Bow Lake Elementary on June 3. The “First Mike,” as he prefers to be called, came to the school in response to an invitation emailed by fourth grader Matthew Forbes.
Matthew’s mom, Cheryl Forbes, learned that Mr. Gregoire likes to visit schools and libraries promoting literacy. She encouraged Matthew to invite Mr. Gregoire to Bow Lake. Matthew did, and the invitation was accepted.
Matthew greeted Mr. Gregoire and his staff as they arrived at Bow Lake and escorted them to the school library, where they chatted with librarian Deanna Bell. Matthew then took them to his classroom to meet his teacher, Erika Larson, and his classmates.
Mr. Gregoire read the class “The True Story of the Three Little Pigs” by Jon Scieszka. He answered students’ questions, which ranged from “what is the most interesting place you have traveled?” to “does your wife have control of the laws and if so, can she outlaw puppy mills?”
Mr. Gregoire encouraged the students to keep reading. He also urged them to honor the soldiers, police officers, and firefighters who serve the country and the community.
Pictured above: Mike Gregoire with Bow Lake Librarian Deanna Bell.
