PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Two Portland public schools received a surprise delivery this morning as the Library of Congress donated extra books to Markham Elementary and Robert Gray Middle School.
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici visited the schools, accompanied by Portland Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong.
Dr. Armstrong and Congresswoman Bonamici read to students at Markham Elementary. Dr. Armstrong said students will be able to access the new books through their school library, which will greatly benefit their education.
“Markham has had some hard moments and so any opportunity to put a spotlight on what’s happening and to enrich our kiddos with books and literacy is special,” said Dr. Armstrong.
Dr. Armstrong expressed gratitude for the donation from Washington, D.C., noting that it allows Portland Public Schools to expand their selection without incurring additional costs for the district.
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