KANKAKEE – State Senator Patrick Joyce announced six school districts in the southland area have received more than $11,000 to provide resources to libraries through books, e-books, audiobooks, periodicals, multilingual materials, technology and programs.
“School libraries provide students with a variety of resources they need to excel academically and explore their interests,” said Joyce (D-Essex). “We need to ensure they are funded efficiently to continue benefitting students.”
Funding for the School District Library Grant Program originates from the General Reserve Fund and is appropriated for this purpose by the Illinois General Assembly.
The following school districts received a total of $11,341:
- Bloom Township High School District 206 - $2,598
- Chicago Heights School District 170 - $2,213
- Rich Township High School District 227 - $2,108
- Flossmoor Elementary School District 161 - $1,992
- Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163 - $1,234
- Steger School District 194 - $1,196
The grants, awarded once every fiscal year, will support school library services for over 1 million students enrolled in kindergarten through 12th grade across the state.
“These grants uplift libraries in our schools, ensuring students have the tools they need to be successful,” said Joyce. “The School District Library Grant Program is a great initiative that has a meaningful impact on the educational experience of students in Illinois.”
For a full list of libraries that received funding, visit the Secretary of State’s website.
