The Professor Oliveira Silveira Library at Cândido José de Godói State School in Porto Alegre, Brazil, was reopened on August 22 after being destroyed in the 2024 floods. The reopening was made possible through the donation of the biblioFlex by Bibliotheca, a global library technology company, in partnership with the state government’s “Better School: Better Society” Program.
The biblioFlex includes a physical book collection, a self-service system for checkouts and returns, and dedicated furniture for reading and study. It can be installed without structural renovations and offers activities aligned with Brazil’s National Common Core Curriculum (BNCC). Launched in 2024, this modular solution was created to support schools without established libraries or those needing to rebuild them.
The reopening ceremony was attended by Raquel Teixeira, Rio Grande do Sul’s Secretary of Education; Kátia Helena Serafim Cruz Schweickardt, Secretary of Basic Education at Brazil’s Ministry of Education; Patrícia Mota, representing the Itaú Foundation; and Marcelo Araújo, Undersecretary of Education for the state of Rio Grande do Sul. Bibliotheca was represented by executive João Ramos.
Authorities and guests attend the reopening of the Professor Oliveira Silveira Library at Colégio Estadual Cândido José de Godói in Porto Alegre.
Commitment to Education
The delivery of the biblioFlex marks the recovery of a study space lost in the 2024 floods and, at the same time, reinforces Bibliotheca’s commitment to supporting Brazilian schools in accessing functional, technology-driven libraries. “A school library is essential not only for students, but for the entire community,” said executive João Ramos.
Launched in 2024, the biblioFlex is a mobile solution designed for institutions that lack a structured library or need to rebuild one. The model can be customized, features the selfCheck 600eco self-service system, and includes biblioAcademy, a program that trains teachers and staff to promote educational and cultural activities.
The event also included the unveiling of a bust honoring Oliveira Silveira (1941–2009), poet, teacher, and creator of Brazil’s Black Consciousness Day. A former student and teacher at the school, he taught Portuguese language and Brazilian literature there for more than 30 years.
Spaces of the new library with biblioFlex at Colégio Estadual Cândido José de Godói in Porto Alegre.
About Bibliotheca
For over 50 years, Bibliotheca has partnered with libraries to support their evolving needs. We provide integrated technology solutions that help libraries improve operations and enhance user experiences.
We work with 30,000 libraries worldwide, offering tools that streamline services for both patrons and staff. Our team includes experienced librarians who understand the operational challenges libraries face and the demands of modern library services.
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