Volunteers from Books, Brushes & Bands for Education have delivered books to homes around Harrison Park, Hammond Center and Irving Elementary School.
During the nearly hour-and-a-half-long meeting, teachers raised issues over stagnant salaries, larger class sizes and reduction in planning periods, among other concerns.
If approved, the building referendum would fund renovations at Morton High, new baseball and softball fields at Hammond Central and new playgrounds at four elementary schools.
The Hammond Education Foundation has awarded nearly $14,000 in Acorn Grants to nine educational programs occurring in Hammond schools this academic year.