PSJA North Library Newsletter
3rd 6wks 2019-2020
Author Visit: Amanda Puryear
7.2.1 The library program consistently provides special programming and events
for example; literacy nights, book fairs, author visits, and student literary reading.
National Pickle Day
4.2.0 The library program utilizes a variety of engaging technology tools that demonstrate learning in a measurable way.
Thanksgiving Feast with our Book Club
5.1.0 The school library program features a learning environment that cultivates a sense of community and respect among all students and staff.
Makerspace- Gingerbread House Challenge
5.1.0 The school library program features a learning environment that cultivates a sense of community and respect among all students and staff.
Makerspace- Puzzle Solving
The Surprising Benefits of Puzzle Solving:
- Improved Memory. Solving puzzles reinforces existing connections between our brain cells
- Better Problem-Solving Skills
- Improved Visual-Spatial Reasoning
- Increased IQ
- Delay Dementia and Alzheimer's
- Improved Mood
- Lower Stress Levels
Makerspace- Coloring Table
The Benefits of Coloring for Stress Relief :
- Your brain experiences relief by entering a meditative state
- Stress and anxiety levels have the potential to be lowered
- Negative thoughts are expelled as you take in positivity
- Focusing on the present helps you achieve mindfulness
- Unplugging from technology promotes creation over consumption
- Coloring can be done by anyone! (even administrators!!!)
Strand 5. Safe and Nurturing Environment - School libraries are essential, safe, and flexible environments and are inviting centers for teaching and learning.
Tower Garden in the Library
Tower Garden can increase yields by an average of 30%.
Plants grow up to 3x more quickly.
Tower Garden uses as much as 98% less water.
A vertical design requires 90% less space.
Pollution and pests are less of a problem.
2.3.0 The school library program offers opportunities for learners to explore real world problems by interacting with relevant information in a variety of formats.
New Arrivals
3.1.0 The library encourages students to read a variety of literature for information and pleasure.
Students Checkout Picture Books for Read Alouds
STRAND 3 READING: School library programs promote reading as an essential skill for learning, personal growth, and enjoyment which are essential skills for college, career, and community.
Christmas Luncheon with our Book Club
5.1.0 The school library program features a learning environment that cultivates a sense of community and respect among all students and staff.
The library makes it onto the stage!
Upcoming Events:
Blind Date with a Books- Month of February
Children's Author and Illustrators Week- 1st Week in February
Mrs. Denisse Ochoa
Ms. Jessica Martinez
Mr. Adrian Moya
Email: denisse.ochoa@psjaisd.us
Phone: 956-354-2367
Twitter: @PSJABookRaiders