Fredericksburg elementary school unveils innovative book vending machine to boost reading excitement among students

KMOL-TV - August 19, 2023

FREDERICKSBURG, Texas - A new innovative way for students to get excited about reading has made its way into a local elementary school.

Fredericksburg Elementary School had its grand opening for its new book vending machine on Friday.

Kids were gathered and smiling with excitement to cut the ribbon and experience the inspiration inside.

The machine operates using special tokens that are awarded to students that are looking for a challenge and read books that interest them.

Fredericksburg elementary school unveils innovative book vending machine to boost reading excitement among students (FISD)

Once a student receives a token, then they are able to choose a book, and keep it! The first round of books were purchased by FISDF grant dollars and other organizations will be stepping up to help fund the next upcoming reads.

The Fredericksburg Rotary Club and proceeds from the Scholastic Book Fairs will also help maintain the book vending program.

Since 2019, the FISD Education Foundation has donated more than $450,000 through campus and educator grants to help support innovative and educational learning opportunities for children within the district.