School Library Journal» be the change http://www.slj.com The world's largest reviewer of books, multimedia, and technology for children and teens Wed, 18 Sep 2013 22:24:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 Be the Change: Take the Lead on Standards: Common Core and More http://www.slj.com/2013/05/webcasts/be-the-change-take-the-lead-on-standards-common-core-and-more/ http://www.slj.com/2013/05/webcasts/be-the-change-take-the-lead-on-standards-common-core-and-more/#comments Mon, 06 May 2013 16:00:06 +0000 SLJ http://www.slj.com/?p=34964 Tuesday, June 4, 2013, 3:00 - 4:00 PM ETWhether your district is Common Core or not, its arrival and collision with the broad digital transition create unmatched opportunity for librarians to take leadership on meeting standards using their collection development and technology skills--mixing up materials and tools, stepping up the professional development role with teachers, innovating on the collection level, informing curriculum, and integrating digital tools.Archive now available!]]> BTC Landing Header 600x200 Be the Change: Take the Lead on Standards: Common Core and More

SPONSORED BY: Mackin Educational Resources, Capstone, Rosen Publishing, and School Library Journal
EVENT DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, June 4, 2013, 3:00 – 4:00 PM ET/ 12:00  - 1:00 PM PT

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Whether your district is Common Core or not, its arrival and collision with the broad digital transition create unmatched opportunity for librarians to take leadership on meeting standards using their collection development and technology skills–mixing up materials and tools, stepping up the professional development role with teachers, innovating on the collection level, informing curriculum, and integrating digital tools.
Takeaway: 10 Steps to Take to Lead on Standards

Panelists

Jennifer LaGarde- Lead Librarian, New Hanover Schools, NC
Bridgette Wagner- Director of Educational Services, Waverly Shellrock Schools, IA
Christine Poser- Teacher Librarian, Myra S. Barnes I.S. 24, NY

Moderator
Shannon McClintock Miller - District Teacher Librarian, Van Meter Community School, IA

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]]> http://www.slj.com/2013/05/webcasts/be-the-change-take-the-lead-on-standards-common-core-and-more/feed/ 2 Be the Change: Raise the Bar with Effective Collaborations http://www.slj.com/2013/04/webcasts/be-the-change-raise-the-bar-with-effective-collaborations/ http://www.slj.com/2013/04/webcasts/be-the-change-raise-the-bar-with-effective-collaborations/#comments Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:00:41 +0000 SLJ http://www.slj.com/?p=34948 Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6:00 - 7:00 PM ET Get the big picture and nitty gritty on what you need to about how to pull off collaborations that work--with peers, principals, public libraries, parents, and others—using partnerships as well as technology to turn gaps into opportunities for learning and leadership.Archive now available!!]]> BTC Landing Header 600x200 Be the Change: Raise the Bar with Effective Collaborations

SPONSORED BY: Mackin Educational Resources, Capstone, Rosen Publishing, and School Library Journal

EVENT DATE AND TIME: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6:00 – 7:00 PM ET/ 3:00  - 4:00 PM PT

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Get the big picture and nitty gritty on what you need to about how to pull off collaborations that work–with peers, principals, public libraries, parents, and others—using partnerships as well as technology to turn gaps into opportunities for learning and leadership.

Takeaway: 10 Keys to Collaboration, and 10 Models Worth Stealing

Panelists

Andy Plemmons- Elementary Teacher Librarian, David C. Barrow Elementary, GA
Janelle Thompson-5th Grade, Instructional Technologist, Assistant Principal,
Van Meter Community School, IA
Marcus Lowry- Teen Librarian, Ramsey County Library, MN

Moderator
Shannon McClintock Miller - District Teacher Librarian,Van Meter Community School, IA

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SPONSORED BY: Mackin Educational Resources, Capstone, Rosen Publishing, and School Library Journal
EVENT DATE AND TIME: Thursday, April 25, 2013, 6:00 – 7:00 PM ET/ 3:00  - 4:00 PM PT

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Hear from school administrators about how to work with them to make the library central to the school’s strategic direction–help shape the school’s future to better serve our kids, make a mark that matters, and get noticed for it.
Takeaway: 10 Ways to Connect to Your Administrators

Panelists

Patrick Larkin- Assistant Superintendent for Learning, Burlington Public School, MA
Mark Ray- Manager of Instructional Technology & Library Services, Vancouver Public Schools, WA
Kathy Kaldenberg- School Librarian/Media Specialist, Solon Community School District, IA
Sam Miller- Superintendent, Solon Community School District, IA

Moderator

Shannon McClintock Miller - District Teacher Librarian, Van Meter Community School, IA

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SPONSORED BY: Mackin Educational Resources, Capstone, Rosen Publishing, and School Library Journal
EVENT DATE AND TIME: Thursday, March 28, 2013, 6:00 – 7:00 PM ET/ 3:00  - 4:00 PM PT

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This tour of the top keys to leadership in our changing education environment will inspire leadership at every level. This webcast kicks off the series with strategies and tactics from Shannon McClintock Miller and school library leaders on how to take steps to initiate new projects, create meaningful collaborations with classroom teachers, talk to administrators, drive tech adoption in your classroom, school, community, and more.
Takeaway: 20 Top Leaders to Watch

Panelists

Joyce Valenza- Teacher Libriarian, Springfield Township High School, PA
Craig Seasholes- Teacher Librarian, South Seattle School District, WA
Stephen Coker- Teacher Librarian, North Thurston High School, WA

Moderator
Shannon McClintock Miller - District Teacher Librarian, Van Meter Community School, IA

Click here to register for Be the Change: Make the Administrator Connection 
Click here to register for Be the Change: Raise the Bar with Effective Collaborations 
Click here to register for Be the Change: Take the Lead on Standards: Common Core and More 

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