This summer, Waldron Mercy Academy welcomed a new addition to its campus: a Little Free Library, built and installed by four of our 6th grade students as part of their Girl Scouts Bronze Award project. This project, completed by Cadet Troop 71104, is a testament to the students' dedication to both their school and the wider community. To commemorate this special achievement, the WMA community came together for a ribbon-cutting ceremony that included administrators, teachers, and the entire 6th grade class, celebrating this meaningful contribution.
During the ceremony, one of the troop members, Gigi, spoke passionately about the significance of Little Free Libraries around the world. “Little Libraries exist all over the world in thousands of communities,” Gigi shared, highlighting that there are over 150,000 such libraries globally. She explained that the original idea for these libraries began in St. Paul, Minnesota, to promote greater access to books and foster a sense of community. Inspired by their love for reading, the troop members decided to bring this idea to Waldron Mercy, creating a space where students and community members can share books and connect through their love of reading.
We are incredibly proud of Troop 71104 for their hard work and vision in bringing this project to life. The Little Free Library not only encourages reading but also symbolizes the strong sense of community we strive to nurture at Waldron Mercy Academy. This project is a beautiful reminder that even small acts can have a lasting, positive impact on our school and beyond.
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