One for the Record Books
February 2015
School Librarians Make a Difference
SISD Library Volunteer of the Month
Mr. Gauge Gonzalez is a dedicated parent who volunteers much of his spare time at John H. Shary Elementary. Almost every morning before work, he stops by the library to help shelve books. Last school year he was named Volunteer of the Year by our SPTSO where he currently is parliamentarian. Mr. Gonzalez and his wife help out with other activities around our school. "We are so grateful for the dedication of wonderful volunteers like Gauge Gonzalez," said John H. Shary Librarian Sharron Guzman.
Projects on Display @ RD Martinez Elementary Library
Native American Displays
Researching information
RD Martinez students learn about tribes
Their work is on display at the library.
Selena Aguirre Reads to Students With Love
Selena Aguirre selected a new picture book, Love You Forever, by Robert Munsch, and contacted several teachers for a storytelling extravaganza during her Library aide class. Volunteering opportunities come up daily...but it takes a very special person to freely give back to her school and fellow students. Selena is a senior at Pioneer High School and hopes to help others as a Social Worker after graduating from college.
Digital Storytelling Festival: AASL
Contest Focus
The focus of entries will build on the 2015 School Library Month theme, “Your School Library: Where Learning Never Ends.”
- How does your school library and/or your school librarian help you learn new things?
How do the resources (print and digital) of your school library enhance learning?
How do the skills acquired in the school library enable learning?
How has/does the school librarian encourage learning? Encourage your students to participate. Submission deadline is by midnight on March 6, 2015. For more information visit: http://www.ala.org/aasl/slm/2015/storytelling
Shimotsu Librarian Zulema Bewley Teaches History through Literature
In anticipation of Black History Month, 5th and 6th grade students at Shimotsu enjoyed learning about racial integration using the books Through My Eyes by Ruby Bridges (Scholastic Press, 1999) and Freedom Walkers: The Story of the Montgomery Bus Boycott by Russell Freedman (Holiday House, 2006).
Penny Payte McLeaish LRC Shelving Donated to Elementary Libraries
New Shelves @ Wernecke Elementary Library
A 21 foot section of shelving was relocated from the Penny Payte McLeaish Library at Sharyland High School to the Wernecke Elementary Library. SHS Librarian Nicole Cruz asked all librarians if they could use the shelves. Mrs. Ramos requested a section of shelving for her library.
2014-2015 Millionaire Reader Display
New Shelves @ Bentsen Elementary Library
Main Event AR Celebration
B. L. Gray's most improved and top readers enjoyed a mid-year field trip to Main Event Entertainment center in Pharr. Sally Hartman, BL Gray Librarian, wishes to thank Mr. Rob Neagle BL Gray SPTSO President and Main Event General Manager as well as Elizabeth Ibarra, Sales Manager for the Main Event for making the student field trip run smoothly.
Teachers Enjoy the Main Event
Fun for all
Steady
Lydia Gomez Shares Reading Passion with PHS Students
A familiar face is now part of the English Department at PHS. Lydia Gomez is teaching two English I Pre-AP classes and two English CP classes. Prior to teaching at PHS, Mrs. Gomez served as the counselor's secretary at SHS and taught ELA I at McAllen Memorial High School. She is an avid reader. Currently, her students are reading Night by Elie Weisel on loan from the Penny Payte McLeaish Library.
SHS Mastermind Victory Benefits Penny Payte McLeiash LRC
Jirovec Family Enjoys Garza SPTSO Meeting
Sharyland High School HOSA students attend Medline Plus Presentations
SNJH Students Practice @ the Library
Laura Guerra Poses with her former AP English teacher Liza Cantu
Texas Bluebonnet Voting @ Shimotsu Elementary Library
Third grade students at Shimotsu are seen casting their ballots for their favorite Texas Bluebonnet Award nominated book.
Nicole H. Cruz, SISD Lead Librarian
Email: ncruz@sharylandisd.org
Website: www.sharylandisd.org
Location: 1216 North Shary Road, Mission, TX, United States
Phone: 956-580-5300