Students attending Harvest Hill Steam Academy, Menifee Union’s newest elementary school, now have twenty brand new books available for check out in the school’s library.  The Menifee history books were co-authored by Elinor Martin and Betty Bouris, who are founding board members of the Menifee Valley Historical Association. The book is filled with photographs and information about the early pioneers that settled in our valley.

Over the summer Martin, who serves as the association’s president, joined Vice President Bill Zimmerman on a visit to the school to present the books to Principal Brian Martes.  The donation of history books to Menifee schools is one of the things the organization has been making since its formation in 2004.

“We know the students are learning about California history in third grade that includes a unit on local history, so we’re pleased to provide another resource for them” said Martin.

The organization opened a history museum last year, which is free and open to the public every Sunday from 1 to 4pm.  The Menifee history books are available for purchase at the museum. Docents also host private field trips and tours for youth organizations, scout troops and school children.  Children can earn a special embroidered badge when they visit the museum.