Congressman Paul Tonko visited Bell Top Elementary School on Monday morning to deliver a book donation from the Library of Congress.
The Bell Top Elementary School Library received 44 free books to add to its collection on Monday courtesy of the Library of Congress and Congressman Paul Tonko.
Bell Top Librarian Felice Devine had submitted an application to the Library of Congress’ Surplus Books Program and Congressman Tonko’s office facilitated the request which includes a variety of children’s books in both fiction and non-fiction.
Congressman Tonko, who represents a portion of the East Greenbush CSD, delivered the books in person on Monday morning. He met with both fourth grade classes in the school library to talk about the Library of Congress Surplus Books Program, his work in government, education and kindness.
“It was such a treat for our fourth graders to have the opportunity to meet and hear from Congressman Tonko!” said Mrs. Devine. “In addition to being grateful for the new books, which will help grow and further diversify our collection, we appreciated his message about choosing your words carefully and using words that can help to unite, rather than divide.”
The Bell Top Elementary School Library received 44 free books to add to its collection on Monday courtesy of the Library of Congress and Congressman Paul Tonko. pic.twitter.com/i67Ah8ekXN
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