Library Ties

Jan McGee, Elizabeth Dumas (LASL President) and Carl Harvey.       Last week I had the pleasure to head down to Louisiana and spend a few days at the Louisiana Library Association. The Louisiana Association of School Librarians is the state affiliate to American Association of School Librarians (AASL). LASL is a division of […]

I’ve had the opportunity to sit on several webinars over the last few years. Just like going to a conference, I’ve seen some great presenters and maybe a few not so great presenters. I’ve also come away learning just as much as if I had traveled to a convention center or hotel. Now, don’t get […]

I’ve had the privilege to be a part of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Library Media Committee. The standards we’ve been working on are now out for public comment. See press release below. We’re anxious for feedback and comments from our colleagues as that will only help make the document even stronger. […]

This week is always one of my favorites every summer because I get the opportunity to work/attend an amazing professional development event - C.L.A.S.S.Works! C.L.A.S.S. (Connected Learning Assures Successful Students was founded by Barbara Pedersen almost 20 years ago. From their website, C.L.A.S.S. exists to: ? Translate brain research into practical classroom application ? Provide […]