Books and a tablet on a desk.OAKBROOK TERRACE — State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton announced seven local school districts will receive state grants to purchase books, technology and other materials.

“Libraries unlock a world of creativity and new ideas,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “This funding will help schools expand their collections with the latest books and technology, giving students the resources they need to learn and thrive.”

More than $1.3 million was awarded to 2,484 Illinois public school libraries through the Secretary of State’s School District Library Grant Program. Resources and services supported through the grants include library books, e-books, audiobooks, periodicals, multilingual materials, technology and programs.

The following school districts serving students in Glowiak Hilton’s district received a total of $17,400:

  • Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181: $2,631
  • Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205: $7,063
  • Marquardt School District 15: $1,988
  • Salt Creek School District 48: $850
  • School District 45, DuPage County: $2,607
  • Maercker School District 60: $1,166
  • Westmont Community Unit School District 201: $1,094

The grants, awarded once each fiscal year, will support school library services for over 1 million K-12 students across the state.

For a full list of school districts that received funding, visit the Secretary of State’s website.