Kitty Hawk Middle School Library
NOVEMBER 2020
Flyers Library Mission Statement
The mission of the Kitty Hawk Middle School Library is to ensure that students and staff are effective users of information. The library strives to develop life-long readers and learners in a safe, welcoming environment.
The Kitty Hawk Library is OPEN for book check out! Stop by the library before school, at lunch, or ask your teacher if you can come. COVID-19 library procedures:
**Sanitize upon entering
**Locate your book and check the floor for social distancing labels
**Mrs. Colwell or Mrs. Perez will check your book out
**Return to class
Lunch & Listen
Did you know that Mrs. Colwell is holding a "Lunch & Listen" each week for each grade?? Students and staff can bring their lunch to the library and listen to a read aloud, book talk, and more! If you love books, we want to see you!
Tuesdays: 11:10-11:40 (6th grade)
Wednesdays & Thursdays 12:30-1:00 (7th/8th grade depending on their lunch)
LIBRARY CANVAS COURSE
The KHMS Library has a course in Canvas. This course will have resources such as direct links to the Destiny Discover page, how to access SORA, digital databases, and more. Look for announcements and resources in the modules. I will be including reading challenges, monthly newsletters, virtual book displays, and much more. If your child does not have it on their Canvas dashboard, they can go here: https://judsonisd.instructure.com/enroll/KFPNLN to self-enroll. If they are having trouble enrolling, send me an email and I will add them. acolwell@judsonisd.org
KH Library's Pop-Up Book Mobile
Did you get to check out a book at our Pop-Up Book Mobile? If not, look for us to "pop up" at lunch or in the halls!
Return Library Books from Last School Year!
Scholastic Online Book Fair Nov. 2-Nov. 15
The Kitty Hawk Library will be hosting an online book fair this year. The fair is scheduled for Nov. 2-Nov. 15. Shoppers will be able to purchase books online. The books will be shipped to your home. Shipping will be free for $25 or more. Start saving your money so you will be ready to shop! https://www.scholastic.com/bf/kittyhawkmiddleschool
CLICK HERE FOR THE BOOK FAIR
Purchase reading materials at our Online Scholastic Book Fair! Orders will be sent straight to your home and orders of $25 or more qualify for FREE shipping!
Did you know we have 3 Campus Canvas Champions?
Mrs. Colwell (KH Librarian)
Mrs. Colwell is our librarian at Kitty Hawk. She is also in charge of all technology for students and staff. I addition to these roles, she is the campus textbook coordinator. If you have textbook, reading, or technology questions, she will be happy to help!
Mr. Olivares (Administrator of Academics & Testing)
Mr. Olivares, (or Mr. O as most refer to him), is our Administrator of Academics & Testing). He is a veteran leader for JISD. He is well versed in 21st century technology and wants our teachers and students to succeed. Mr. O is another resource on campus when it comes to the Canvas platform.
Mr. Matamoros (Spanish Teacher & Coach)
Mr. Matamoros is a veteran teacher at Kitty Hawk. He is one of our Spanish teachers and coaches football, soccer, and track & field. If teachers have Canvas questions he is great resource and is here to help!
COMING IN NOVEMBER
The year of 2020 has been like no other. Even though we are in uncharted waters, we still have a lot to be thankful for. Share what you are thankful for in 2020 by creating a poem. You have the chance of winning a Swag Goodie Bag, certificate, and getting your poem published to the Kitty Hawk Website! Direct questions to Mrs. Colwell or Ms. Golla.
What has Mrs. Colwell been reading??
A Good Kind of Trouble (2020 Lonestar List)
Curse so Dark and Lonely (2020 Lonestar List)
Majesty: American Royals II (YA Novel)
About the Librarian
My name is Andrea Colwell, and I am excited to return to Kitty Hawk Middle School this year as the librarian. This is my fourth year as a school librarian. I previously worked at Miller's Point & Candlewood Elementary. Before becoming a librarian, I taught for fifteen year in Northside ISD. This is my 19th year in education. I hold a Bachelor's Degree and two Master Degrees in Education.
Email: acolwell@judsonisd.org
Website: https://www.judsonisd.org/Page/19479
Location: 840 Old Cimarron Trail, Universal City, TX, USA
Phone: 210-945-5760
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kitty-Hawk-MS-Library-104184317650664/?modal=admin_todo_tour
Twitter: @KittyHawkMSLib