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Flagler County Launches Bookworm Vending Machine for Kids

8/26/2025

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Erik Jones and AdventHealth introduced Flagler County's first Bookworm vending machine at Rymfire Elementary School on August 25, 2025, to promote childhood literacy.
This initiative, supported by the Erik Jones Foundation, offers free books to students in exchange for tokens earned through positive behavior.
Jones highlights the significance of reading for both education and personal development, a commitment he began during the COVID-19 pandemic with virtual readings.

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Erik Jones and AdventHealth introduced Flagler County's first Bookworm vending machine at Rymfire Elementary School on August 25, 2025, to promote childhood literacy.
This initiative, supported by the Erik Jones Foundation, offers free books to students in exchange for tokens earned through positive behavior.
Jones highlights the significance of reading for both education and personal development, a commitment he began during the COVID-19 pandemic with virtual readings.