Here’s the full text of the press release from ABOS:
Michelle Flores of High Plains Library District is the recipient of the 2025 Pattie Johnston Outreach Award. The Pattie Johnston Outreach Award, sponsored by Specialty Vehicle Services, is presented annually to a bookmobile or outreach support staff member who has provided exemplary service to their community through bookmobile and outreach services.
Michelle has consistently provided exemplary service and has proven to be an invaluable asset to our community. Her work has not only met, but exceeded expectations, and it is impossible to overstate the positive impact she has had on the students and staff she interacts with.
Whether Michelle is interacting with students, faculty, or community members, she always goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone feels comfortable and valued. Her genuine passion for books and reading fosters an atmosphere where learning is encouraged and celebrated.
Through her interactions with students, Michelle has built meaningful relationships that extend beyond book checkouts. She takes the time to engage with students, she provides the spark that fosters curiosity and learning. The bookmobile program, under her leadership, has been a vital resource for students and families in our community, particularly for those who would otherwise have limited access to libraries and books.
The Pattie Johnston Outreach Award was presented on October 9th, 2025, at the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services Annual Conference in St. Louis, Missouri.