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Due to inclement weather and hazardous travel conditions, Troy ISD schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026.

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Library Services

 Library Overview and Mission

The mission of the Troy ISD Libraries is to provide an enriching environment of quality teaching, learning, reading, and researching by focusing on the current and future needs of 21st-century learners. The District Librarian and library staff collaborate with the Troy ISD community to foster strong relationships, critical thinking, and information literacy skills. 

 

Required Posting of Planned Library Book Purchases

 

In accordance with recent Texas legislation (House Bill 900 and related state requirements), school districts must provide public notice of library books selected for purchase prior to adding them to school collections.

Our district is committed to offering high-quality, age-appropriate reading materials that support student learning and encourage a love of reading. Below is the list of library books planned for purchase for our school libraries.

We value transparency and community awareness as we continue building a rich and wholesome collection of literature for students at every grade.

📚 Planned Purchases

Troy ISD List of Books to Purchase January 2026

Original post date: December 10, 2025. 

💬 Community Feedback:
Parents and community members may review this list and provide feedback before final purchasing decisions are made. To share your input, please email darrell.becker@troyisd.org. 

 

Contact Information:

Kristin Childress, MLS 

District Librarian

254-938-2595

1 Trojan Rd.

Troy, TX 76579

 

 

Encouraging Reading at Home

Library Resources

Follett Destiny Parent Verification Portal

We are excited to share that Follett Destiny, our library management system, now offers new features that allow parents and guardians to easily view and manage their child’s library activity. These tools help connect home and school while supporting your child’s learning. 

 

What can I do with Destiny Parent Verification Portal?

  • View books your child currently has checked out
  • See due dates to help avoid overdue items
  • Review your child’s reading history
  • Search the library catalog to explore available books
  • Switch between accounts if you have multiple children
  • Modify limits on specific titles
  • Support reading at home by staying informed about your child’s interests

Please reference the PDF below for step-by-step directions.

Destiny Parent/Guardian How-To Guide

Please reference the link below to verify your email.

Parent Verification Portal Link

 

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 Texas America250 Reading Challenge – Fun for the Whole Family! 
Families are invited to take part in the Texas America250 Reading Challenge, a statewide celebration leading up to the 250th anniversary of the United States. From January 1–December 31, 2026, students from Pre-K through 12th grade can log 2,500 minutes of reading and learning activities—together or independently! Minutes can be earned by reading books, listening to audiobooks, attending library programs, volunteering, or even visiting Texas State Parks. Choose stories and nonfiction that explore American and Texas history, culture, nature, and space, or simply enjoy reading what you love. It’s a great way to build lifelong reading habits while spending meaningful time as a family. Students who complete the challenge can earn a certificate of completion—check in with your school library for details!

 

America250 Website

Additional Library Resources

  • Texas Bluebonnet Award Books

    The Texas Library Association’s (TLA) Texas Bluebonnet Award (TBA) Master List is announced at the Texas Book Festival in Austin every fall. As is tradition, students in grades 3 – 6 from across Texas revealed the books on the list.

  • Storyline

    Enjoy this free resource that brings together your favorite actors with your favorite stories. Select from hundreds of books being read by well-known performers of stage and screen.

  • Tween Tribune

    Engaging news for young adults sponsored by the Smithsonian Institute.

  • Center for the Book

    The Library of Congress has established this site to celebrate reading and provide educational resources to all members of the educational community.

  • TEXQuest

    Study for the TSIA2 with TexQuest. »  Log in to Texquest.net and go to Learning Express Library Password is Learn Resources include Britannica, Ebsco, and Gale You can also find 1,000s of ebook titles through TexQuest. 

  • Beanstack

    Beanstack uses competition, recognition, and proven gamification principles to grow community reading culture... coming soon, stay tuned!