Kingsport, TN. - Today, staff from the office of Representative Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) visited Central Heights Elementary School in Blountville to deliver donated books from the U.S. Library of Congress.
"It is always a privilege to be able to give students the resources they need to read and learn as they grow in their education," said Congresswoman Harshbarger. "I'm thankful my office was able to play a small role in supporting Central Heights Elementary and Librarian Stephanie Cronan in their efforts to create an environment where students can succeed.
The U.S. Library of Congress Surplus Books Program, led by Joe Mahar, is a treasure to Tennessee's first district and I am grateful for their service. Reading is the foundation of learning, and I’m proud to support local schools in fostering a love for books and education."
Background: Library of Congress Surplus Books Program
The Office of Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger has delivered thousands of books throughout East Tennessee, fulfilling requests from libraries, schools, non-profits, and qualifying early childhood and senior centers.
Eligibility requirements include one of the following:
- Fulltime, tax supported or non-profit educational institution: school, school system, library, childcare or early learning center, college, university, or museum as a few examples.
- Agency of local, state, or federal government.
For more information or to sign up your organization, visit: https://harshbarger.house.gov/book-surplus
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-office-makes-book-delivery-central-heights-elementary-school