School Library System
Week of April 15 - 19
Save the Date: First Annual Questar III School Library System End-of-Year Dinner
Thursday, Jun 13, 2019, 04:00 PM
My Place & Co., Columbia Turnpike, Castleton-on-Hudson, NY, USA
Regional Recognitions - Deadline Extended to April 30th
The members of the Council will choose the recipients from the nominations received. All nominations are now due by April 30, 2019. Those who are to be recognized will be recognized at our first annual end-of-year dinner in June (more information on this soon).
The person to be nominated for the School Library System Administrator of the Year Award exhibits leadership in recognizing the library as an integral part of the whole school program and has an active personal involvement in the program. See the application for more information on criteria.
Librarian Recognitions
This recognition is for a new member librarian who has made significant contributions to the school and/or library community and has demonstrated the potential for leadership and growth in the profession.
Selection Criteria:
Must be new (within two years) to the profession, region, or their school
Must have made a significant contribution to the profession and/or school community. Specific examples will be required.
Participates regularly in library and other education related professional development.
This recognition is for a member librarian who has made a significant contribution to the school and/or library community and has demonstrated the potential for leadership and growth in the profession.
Selection Criteria:
Must not have received a Questar III Regional Recognition Award in the past three years.
Must have made a significant contribution to the profession and/or the school community. Specific examples will be required.
Participates regularly in library and other education related professional development.
Presented at a conference on the local, state, or national level on a library related topic
Most likely to have overdue books
Mostly likely to keep the local bookstore in business
Most likely to cheer on another librarian
Most likely to be a creative problem solver
Most likely to be relentlessly resourceful
Most likely to correct your grammar
Most likely to be shushed
Most likely to see the positive in any situation
Most likely to see opportunity through the obstacles
In addition to the recognitions above, please fill out the form linked below if you know anyone who is retiring or newly tenured:
Retiree Recognition: This is for anyone who has or will retire by the end of this school year, including aides and assistants.
Newly Tenured Librarian Recognition: If you or someone in your district was tenured this school year, please email me their information so we can recognize them for this special achievement.
Please let Kerrie know if you have any questions. All nominations are due by April 30, 2019.
Database Ordering
Elementary Librarian Round Table - May 22nd
Susan Kirby-LeMon (Skano Elementary School, Shenendehowa) and Heidi Brower (Stevens Elementary School, Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake) are hosting a round table for elementary librarians! All are welcome.
The round table will be an opportunity for elementary librarians to meet and discuss programming, share best practices and book titles, and troubleshoot library issues together. Our first meeting is Wednesday, May 22nd from 4-6 PM at Stevens Elementary School in Ballston Lake. There will be refreshments!
The tentative agenda is as follows:
- Introductions
- Sailing into Summer: Sharing tips and suggestions to make our end of year responsibilities easier
- Pitch Party: Do you have a problem or issue you'd like the collective brain to help you solve? Examples include lesson planning, technology how-to, classroom management, etc. No topic is off limits!
Each date counts as 2 hours of professional development. Please feel free to send any potential agenda topics our way.
Here's the link to sign up in My Learning Plan:
https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13606&I=3104427
RESEARCH ROCKET TRIAL
As you know, we have Newsbank as a free resource for our schools. They have created a new product aimed at the elementary level with articles from popular student magazines such as Cricket and Highlights. The PDF below highlights the product and and what it is capable of. We currently have a trial for the product and looking to possibly purchase it next year. Please take a moment to review it and leave a comment or two on this form.
Poem in Your Pocket Day!
2019 Explore NY Reading Lists and Bookmarks
The New York State Library is pleased to announce that the 2019 Explore New York recreational reading lists and bookmarks for children and teens are now available athttp://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/summer/explore.htm. The reading lists for four different age/grade levels are designed to help libraries and schools promote New York State-related recreational summer reading and are available for download and printing.
These recreational reading lists are librarian-selected titles that celebrate the history, culture, and diversity of New York State. The lists have been designed by the New York State Library in partnership with the New York State Library Association Youth Services Section and Section of School Librarians.
The accompanying bookmarks are created each year by the New York State Library and designed by the New York State Museum specifically for Summer Reading at New York Libraries. The bookmarks serve as companions to the four Explore New York reading lists and include the 2019 CSLP summer reading graphics to illustrate this year’s space and science theme and the slogan of “A Universe of Stories.” The bookmarks are available for printing with titles already included, as well as in template form so that schools and libraries can add their own selection of books.
Summer Reading at New York Libraries is funded through the Federal Library Services and Technology Act, with funds awarded to the New York State Library by the Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services. The New York State Library is a program of the Office of Cultural Education in the New York State Education Department.
Hoosic Valley Prepares for PARP
Professional Learning Opportunities
School Library System Conference Application
Link to Conference Request Application: bit.ly/SLSconferenceapplication.
SSL ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2019 - REGISTER SOON!
May 30, 2019 through June 1, 2019
OnCenter, Syracuse, NY
Early Bird Registration Deadline: April 20, 2019
Advance Registration Deadline: May 20, 2019
Description
Join NYLA-SSL for the 2019 Annual Conference in Syracuse, NY, May 30 - June 1. Join us for the 2019 NYLA-SSL conference, a three day celebration of learning that brings together school librarians, teachers, technology specialists, and public libraries. For complete details click HERE
If you plan to attend, SLS can help with registration costs. Please review and complete this Conference Request Application: bit.ly/SLSconferenceapplication.
Save the Date - Bridging the Gap: Preparing High School Special Needs Students for Success in College
This symposium will focus on helping special education students transition from high school to college. Speakers include ACCESS-VR's Pam Brehm-Bisaillon, Questar III's Sally Lauletta, a student panel, DeAnne Martocci from HVCC, and more! The cost is free and registration information will be coming soon.
Monday, Jun 3, 2019, 08:30 AM
The College of Saint Rose, Western Avenue, Albany, NY, USA
Summer Professional Learning
- AASL Standards - Elementary
- AASL Standards - Secondary
- Primary Sources
- Leap Into Readers Advisory with Stacey Rattner and Alicia Abdul
- Lesson Collaboration
Employment Opportunities
Summer Mohonasen Library Media Specialist
Job Description:
Position:
Summer School Library Media Specialist
(positions filled based on enrollment)
Location:
Mohonasen High School
Basic Function:Duties involve responsibilities for carrying out the basic functions of a school library. The school library media specialist works collaboratively with classroom teachers to create experiences for learners to introduce and develop information literacy skills across grade levels and content areas.
Qualifications:
- NYS Certification in School Library Media Specialist
- Experience preferred
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with building faculty and administrators to design, develop and deliver library services and instruction in information literacy skills for students in Grades 6-12.
- Assist with technology as needed.
Starting Date:
July 1, 2019 –August 14, 2019 (no class July 4th)
Monday through Thursday
@ 4 hours per day
Application Deadline:April 30, 2019
Starting Salary:
$43.53 per hour (salaries are paid on an hourly basis)
The selected applicant will be subject to a fingerprint supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE Legislation effective July 1, 2001.
Apply: https://www.pnwboces.org/olas/#!/JobDetailInfo?jobNumber=CRBN0149292-7020
Summer Schenectady Library Media Specialist
Job Description:
Location: Basic Function:Duties involve responsibilities for carrying out the basic functions of a school library. The school library media specialist works collaboratively with classroom teachers to create experiences for learners to introduce and develop information literacy skills across grade levels and content areas. Qualifications: Responsibilities: Starting Date:
Schenectady High School
July 1, 2019 –August 14, 2019 (no class July 4th)
Monday through Thursday
@ 4 hours per day
Application Deadline: 04/30/2019
Apply: https://www.pnwboces.org/olas/#!/JobDetailInfo?jobNumber=CRBN0149563-7020
Administrative Coordinator: School Library Systems / Instructional Resources Center
HFM BOCES is accepting applications for a full-time 12-month Administrative Coordinator who will oversee the Instructional Resources Center and School Library Systems. This full-time, tenure-track position has an anticipated start date of August 5, 2019.
NYS teacher certification required in School Library / Media with a Master’s in Library Science. Must have a minimum of three years’ experience as a School Library Media Specialist and possess NYS certification as a School Administrator and Supervisor (SAS), School Building Leader (SBL), or School District Leader (SDL) at the time of appointment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing library coordination and services to member libraries following guidelines approved by the New York State Department of Education. The Administrative Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of the Instructional Resource Center including planning, program and personnel management, professional development, cooperative activities and fiscal management.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Maintaining a positive and constructive relationship between HFM BOCES and component districts,
- Updating and maintaining a union catalog in appropriate format,
- Continuous improvement of HFM BOCES loaning policies, procedures, and materials,
- Maintaining and enhancing collaboration, communications and level of service with other school library systems, the Capital District Library System and the State Education Department,
- Serving as a consultant / resource for component district librarians and library programs,
- Coordinating in-service activities to meet the needs of component districts’ librarians and library aides,
- Administering School Library System programs, which provide services to member libraries in 15 school districts as approved by the HFM BOCES Board of Education and the New York State Department of Education,
- Supporting and continue to enhance the development and maintenance of the HFM BOCES Media Library, including purchasing and professional development.
- Supervising the HFM BOCES Courier Service.
A letter of application, an updated resume´ and a copy of teaching and administrative certificate should be forwarded to Aaron Flynn, Human Resources Manager via OLAS no later than April 26, 2019.
Application Deadline: 04/26/2019
QUESTAR III SCHOOL LIBRARY SYSTEM
Website: http://libguides.questar.org/SLS/Home
Location: 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton-on-Hudson, NY, USA
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