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GAMS Unveils Lending Library Thanks to Local Donor


Gidney Avenue Memorial School (GAMS) unveiled and outdoor lending library thanks to a generous donation from Mr. Stephen Powers, a retired librarian who lives locally. From the donation, the small library was assembled, and ready to distribute books. Scholars from Ms. Purdy's first grade class, Mrs. Gross' 2nd/3rd grade class and Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Holzapple's 3rd grade class joined Mr. Powers for a ribbon cutting and to fill the structure with books. Each scholar took a turn to add a book to their school’s new library. The ribbon cutting was followed by a small reception where cupcakes were decorated with favorite book titles and juice. The lending library is outside of GAMS and is available for scholars and their families to borrow and return books at their convenience. A special thanks to the custodial staff at GAMS who helped to install the structure.

All photos from the ribbon cutting can be viewed and downloaded for free here. 


ATTENTION: Are your scholars or colleagues doing something great? Please contact the district Communications Team at communications@necsd.net. We’d love to visit your class or event and/or post your pictures and recap to highlight the amazing accomplishments throughout our district!



Students gathered around for the ribbon cutting.
Photo of the lending library box.
Students gathered around for the ribbon cutting.
Students gathered around for the ribbon cutting.


Students gathered around for the ribbon cutting.
Students gathered around for the ribbon cutting.
Students placing books in the outdoor lending library box.
Students placing books in the outdoor lending library box.


Students placing books in the outdoor lending library box.
Students placing books in the outdoor lending library box.
Group of attendees around the lending library.
Group of attendees around the lending library.
Group of attendees around the lending library.
Mr. Powers poses for a photo by the donated box.
Cupcakes with book cover decorations.
Mr. Powers chats with a student at the celebration.
Date: 2019-12-03 06:31:23 AM





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