By Sandy Rotary, For The Mountain Times
For the third year in a row, Sandy Rotary members arrived at every elementary school in The Oregon Trail School District bearing gifts. Working with the school district, it was determined that the greatest need is in literacy development, particularly before third grade. Subsequently, the Rotary Club of Sandy raised the funds to purchase books for every kindergartener, first and second grade student in the district. The Rotarians personally help each student pick a book that is appropriate for their age, grade level and reading ability. The books are for the students to take home. There is always at least one student who exclaims with joy, “This is my very first book!” The teachers are grateful for the donation and use the children’s books in their lessons. Sarah McIntyre, Sandy Library Director and Sandy Rotarian, is the driving force for this project. The Club is planning to deliver books not only in the spring but in the fall as well.