Library Books
Reading is a foundation for learning, and therefore we have a steadfast support for literacy needs in our district. Donors like YOU allow the Issaquah Schools Foundation to support literacy throughout the entire Issaquah School District! Teacher Librarian, Julianna McDowell at Cedar Trails Elementary shares more below!
Library Books
Book Donation Testimonials
Every year the Issaquah Schools Foundation donates books to every elementary school, middle school, and high school in our community. Here's what some of our schools have to say!
Trisha Snyder,
Teacher Librarian
“Oh my goodness, choosing these books brought tears to my eyes! I'm so excited to get these amazing titles in our library!”
Jen Quimbey,
Teacher-Librarian,
Apollo Elementary School
“Thank you! This is so beneficial to our library and a great way to diversify our collection even more every year!”
Bethany Steirer,
Librarian,
Pacific Cascade Middle School
“Thank you for getting these to us! We have students eagerly anticipating them. Thank you again!”
Funding for Library Books
During the 2020-2021 school year, the Issaquah Schools Foundation donated $36,500 for library books.
$10,000 for Library Books
The Foundation asks the librarians at each school to give their wish list and purchases books for every school library to help enrich the collection of materials offered in each building. We have donated $5,000 in library books each year for the past decade, increasing the support this year to be sure they have the materials needed to support our ever changing landscape.
$25,000 for Diverse Representation Books
To be sure that each elementary classroom has a range of books helping our diverse population feel a greater sense of belonging.
$1,500 for Pre-K Books
Books to help foster a love of reading for our youngest readers.
