Library Ties

“Tie”ing together my thoughts on school library media programs, technology, and education

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AASL President Candidate Speech

February 13th, 2010 Comments Off

While at ALA Midwinter, I had the opportunity to speak to the AASL membership about why I was running for President.  Earlier this year, I posted the text of my speech, but now the video has been posted online.  Below I’ve embedded the clip of my speech.  I hope it helps you learn a little [...]

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Packages

December 29th, 2009 2 Comments

I have to admit I love opening packages.   They can be wrapped up in beautiful paper or in a plain cardboard box.   I’m just like a kid at Christmas wondering what might be inside it.   Anytime we get anything new materials into the library, I always like to try and be first to see what [...]

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When do you start?

September 3rd, 2008 Comments Off

Recently there was a post on LM_Net asking about when you started checking out books to students.  My answer always is the library is open on the first day of school.  Sometimes it takes us a couple of days to get the library cards made and most teachers aren’t ready to schedule a library orientation [...]

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Exciting Friday!

May 4th, 2008 Comments Off

Friday was very exciting as I received word I’ve been elected to the Board of Directors of the American Association of School Librarians. I begin a two year term as Member at Large at the end of ALA Annual in Anaheim, California.  Thank you to everyone who voted for me.  I look forward to continuing [...]

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Welcome to my blog!

March 16th, 2008 Comments Off

Welcome! I’ve finally taken the leap after several years of reading all kind of blogs to start my own. This will be a new adventure and I’m excited to see how it will help me continue to grow professionally and personally. I’m a strong believer that writing helps us to reflect. [...]

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