Media Specialist for West Rockingham Elementary School, Jill Buck, recently fulfilled a grant worth $5,000 to completely renovate the school's library. 

Buck was awarded the Lowes Toolbox for Education Grant in May of 2018 and was also the recipient of $4,865 from Lowes in 2016. Both grants played a part in giving the Leopards library a brand new look. With the latest grant, Buck was able to purchase tables and chairs for the upgraded space.  Buck says that she received help from members of the parent/teacher organization (PTO), various community members, and the Richmond County Schools Maintenance Department, who helped perform upgrades such on carpet, countertops, paint, and even installed a Lego wall. 

The project titled "Lowes Knows Libraries" has helped create an inviting learning environment for students, making the library and exciting place to be.

More information about the grant can be found at https://toolboxforeducation.com/

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