Mrs. Giddings presented an overview of the Book Buddies Program that they are interested in promoting. Mrs. Giddings read a short story and outlined the course and marketing materials needed to start the program as passed out to the Board. Mrs. Clavette stated that she would like to be sure the parents give permission to print their child s name in the book. Mrs. Smith stated there are several places to drop off donations of books from the attached list. The committee chooses to start at Alcorn because it has a larger population of disadvantaged children who may not have the privilege of owning their favorite book.
Parents can become more involved by signing their children up for the program.
The committee would solicit businesses to purchase the books or donations. The program would be of no cost to the Board. They plan to start in the kindergarten grade and move up in the grades. Mr. Sinsigalli suggested that the plan be coordinated with the elementary librarians. Mrs. Giddings stated that she has already been in contact with Mr. Bowman who has offered his help in any way possible.