Proficient in Reading:
Elementary: 29% l Middle: 24% l High School: 34%
Distinguished in Reading:
Elementary: 11% l Middle: 12% l High School: 9%
Proficient in Math:
Elementary: 24% l Middle: 24% l High School: 32%
Distinguished in Math:
Elementary: 6% l Middle: 6% l High School: 8%
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Arnett, Tichenor recipients of Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries grant

Erlanger-Elsmere Schools

June 17, 2026

Arnett Elementary School and Tichenor Middle were two of 220 schools from 38 states across the country to receive a $5,000 grant through the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries. This year, the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries awarded over $1 million in library grants.

"Libraries help open doors far beyond the classroom, giving children the resources they need to dream, explore, and be bold,” Mrs. Bush said. “When we support school libraries, we are encouraging students to be strong readers and lifelong learners.”

Many of the school libraries will use the funds to update and diversify their collections, including those in our district.

“We plan to use the grant money to update our library collection by purchasing new novels and expanding our graphic novel selection,” said Ms. Moriah Steenken, media librarian at Tichenor.

At the annual Laura Bush Book Club event, which is part of the Engage at the Bush Center series, presented by NexPoint, Mrs. Bush’s 2026 summer reading list was revealed. The list features 17 books, all of which fall into one of three themes: “Freedom to Be Bold,” “Freedom to Dream,” and “Freedom to Explore.” This annual collection includes recommendations for young readers through middle schoolers.

“This year’s summer reading list celebrates America’s 250th birthday with themes for children of all ages. I hope parents and grandparents will cherish the time spent reading these titles together as a family. Summer is the perfect season to slow down, snuggle up with a good book, and rediscover the joy of reading.” Mrs. Bush said.

The Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries supports school libraries with the greatest needs with the goal of encouraging all students to develop a love of reading and learning. Since its inception in 2002, it has awarded $24 million to over 4,200 schools across the country. The George W. Bush Institute houses the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries. The Laura Bush Foundation is managed as a restricted fund at the George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas, Texas.