Oswayo Valley Elementary School is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new book vending machine, adding a touch of magic to the world of learning. This fantastic initiative aims to elevate the joy of reading and foster literacy skills among our students, all made possible through the support of Title 1 funds. 

Dubbed “Books, Behavior, and Beyond: Green Wave Incentive Program,” this groundbreaking endeavor is set to revolutionize the way students engage with literature. The mechanism is simple yet ingenious: students earn coveted Green Wave cards by achieving academic goals and demonstrating the principles of our Character Counts positive behavior reward system. These cards can then be exchanged for tokens at predefined milestones, allowing students from Pre-K to 5th grade to access the wonders of the book vending machine. 

Today marked a historic moment as Tevlin Milliken, a trailblazing third-grader, became the very first token earner of the program. With an impressive tally of 15 Green Wave Cards, Tevlin proudly exchanged them for a gold token, unlocking the gateway to a world of page-turning adventures. His journey is just the first chapter in a narrative that promises countless students discovering and relishing books through the school’s state-of-the-art vending machine for years to come. 

When you step into our school, don’t forget to take a moment to marvel at the Book Vending Machine and the adjacent showcase. This space will highlight the essential elements of the program, as well as showcasing the Golden Coin Club monthly winners. Each month, only four exceptional students receive this honor, being recognized for their exceptional commitment to embodying one of our six core character traits: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, or Citizenship.  Students never know who might be waiting to catch them going above and beyond in the demonstration of one of those traits. 

Oswayo Valley Elementary School invites the community to join us on this exciting literary journey. Witness the magic of imagination coming to life as our students embark on a reading adventure like never before. The Book Vending Machine is not just a piece of equipment; it’s a symbol of our commitment to nurturing a love for reading that will resonate through generations.  We gladly accept donations of new and gently used books for our vending machine!