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Harshbarger Office Makes Book Delivery to Baileyton Elementary

April 14, 2023

Greeneville, TN. - Today, staff from the office of U.S. Representative Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) visited Baileyton Elementary School in Greeneville to deliver book donations.

"The U.S. Library of Congress Surplus Books Program is a blessing for schools throughout East Tennessee. The communication from Baileyton's teachers and librarian Melissa Laws to my office on how the Library's Surplus Program can best support their student's learning and reading needs reflects their constant commitment to their students. I appreciate their continued effort to promote and in some cases, return enthusiasm to a student's love for reading. I am honored to support a very small role in their student's future success," said Congresswoman Harshbarger

 

About: Baileyton Elementary School

The surplus book donation on behalf of Rep. Harshbarger's office will support filling the shelves of Bailey Elementary's library, assisting the school in their mission to promote intellectual curiosity and foster academic achievement in each of their students. Opening it's doors in 1963, Baileyton Elementary School enrolls approximately 400 students, pairing a friendly atmosphere with a commitment to education.

Baileyton Elementary prides itself on its commitment to better each student and their success. Read more about Baileyton Elementary School here.

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

Issues:Education