Library Ties

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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. [...]