Know & Go Volume 3 | Issue 2

Parkway School District

Volume 3 | Issue 2

KNOW & GO Updates @your Library Nancy’s Nook & Other Notes Be Aware Follett Has Limited eBooks What does that mean you ask? Some eBooks now have a maximum 26 checkout limit for some titles. It’s acceptable to purchase them for your specific library, but, DO NOT buy them for the district shelf. Please be very careful when ordering eBooks, and note the access level for each eBook ordered (example:12 month, 24 month, or check out limited). When demonstrating your eCollection (Brytewave or Follett Shelf) to students or staff be sure not use those limited checkout eBooks titles.

Missouri Summit featuring Google for Education The Google event will be held on October 10th at Liberty High School in Wentzville. All details can be found at www.gafemo.com. This is a great day of learning all centered around Google tools. Last year there were over 300 teachers who came to learn and share together.

Call for Presenters - METC 2016 If you are thinking to present at the Midwest Education Technology Conference (METC) on February 8-10 at St. Charles Convention Center the deadline for submission is September 14th. All details can be found at www.metcconference.org.

For METC, there is a reduced rate for presenting.

Know & Go Download Issuu has changed the way you download the newsletter. You will need an account to access the option to print. Once in the newsletter is open look for the “share” button near the bottom center of the webpage. By clicking on “share” it will then give you the option to download as a .pdf file.

Library Services Answers to FAQs ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Contact Information Bill Bass Innovation Coordinator: Instructional Technology & Library Media Twitter: billbass Kim Lindskog Library System Support Specialist Twitter: klindskog

Amy Johnson Digital Learning Specialist Twitter: ajohnson106 Nancy Ikemeyer Administrative Assistant Skype: nancy,ikemeyer.pearl Twitter: NancyIkemeyer

What does it mean to be a librarian in the digital age?

Librarians List 2015-16 Who To Call Ordering procedures Follett ordering w/screenshots Follett Acct #'s Follett req Instructions Building budget Sample budget Substitute librarian list Sub Training Videos Standing orders Ordering/renewing databases HS only Destiny FAQ Page of Answers

Access the Library Services Webpage using the QR code or www.tinyurl.com/libserv

More Notes...

Professional Learning - Conference Request Info The time has once again come to think about what, out-of-district professional development opportunities. As we are all aware, program funding has been cut over the years and Bill is limited on the amount of money he can spend to support you in these efforts and to attend these events.

Many of you have been very resourceful in the past to combine funds from the district and building as well as supplementing what you're given with your own money in an effort to continue to learn and progress in your field. Just like last year, in an effort to be fair and transparent to you while at the same time fulfilling my fiscal obligations to the district, Bill will need to evaluate each request and determine how to best spend my allotted funds. In order to do this, all requests must be submitted to Bill by the end of the day on September 11th using the Conference Pre-Approval form found online at http://parkwaypl.weebly.com/other-opportunities.html under the heading "Conferences". Some events do not have their rates posted yet so please do your best to approximate using the published rates from the previous year.

Some things that will decide conference funding are your past experiences with this opportunity (if you've gone the past 3 years, it may be someone else's turn), as well as your willingness to be a part of the event program by submitting a proposal to speak at the event (some events like METC and the Missouri Google Summit will give discounts for their speakers) and the cost and location of the event. After the September 11th date, Bill will evaluate all requests and ask any clarifying questions.

By requesting funds from the library program, you are also agreeing to share your learning with the rest of the librarians. This will look different depending on the conference that you went to but please be prepared to let others know what you learned.

As in year's past,Bill is able to pay for registration and some travel expenses depending on the event. Subs are to be paid for by the building. Remember that before you submit your form that it must be signed by your principal.

From St Louis School Librarians - Book Bistro Event Once upon a time . . .

There was a fair librarian in a school, not so far away Time was not her friend, and again she was at the end of the day.

What should happen, but one more item added to her reading list She tried and tried, but opportunities were missed.

The list grew longer by the days, and grim was the outlook However was she going to get through her list book by book?

Do you feel this way? Come join the “Book Tasting” and learn what everyone else is reading! The fall meeting will give you an opportunity to split up into groups (grade level) and discuss new books, including the MASL book awards lists. ● Visit our website for full event details. (http://www.slssla.com) ● New this year, online registration and payment! (http://www.slssla.com/fall-meeting.html) ● MASL book lists (http://www.maslonline.org/?page=1516FinalNoms)

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@your Library

Timely Topics Makerspaces, Gaming/Gamification, Library Spaces, Advocacy, Genrefication, and more

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Library Card Sign-Up Month Video Game Day International Literacy Day Banned Book Week Banned Website Awareness Day

Ideas to Turn Advocacy into Effective Action When reflecting on conversations with librarians I often hear, we need advocacy for our libraries, and over the last few years many opportunities have emerged to build capacity and influence.

In order to build influence in libraries we can’t assume that district and school leaders understand what we do in the digital age. So what is one to do? As a I profession if librarians align vocabulary and think about solutions to educational issues that come about in their building, libraries will be seen in a new light.

There are three main issues that can turn advocacy into an action plan, digital content, future readiness, and systemic leadership.

There is digital uncertainty, meaning people want more digital content and services but are unsure where to turn, this the place where you can leverage your experience and be the guide.

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We often hear about students being career ready and having 21st century skills, this is an area where we can set growth targets with teachers for students. Working collaboratively with teachers to define and deliver those skills. The P21 Partnership for 21st Century Learning and Institute of Museum and Library Services both outline those skills and have opportunities for getting started.

Librarians have a uniques role in that they can support the digital transformation and professional development ecosystem through shared leadership. There are many avenues to support schools, such as, technology leader, digital citizenship advocate, or content curators.

Google forms Bits Box and WeDo ~Adapted from Building Belief in Libraries by Mark Ray Lego Kits SLJ June 2015 Self Check out setup Skype author visits Video editing resources Digital storytelling resources for students use PLPs containing technology or makerspaces https://pixabay.com Makerspace resources What does it mean to be a librarian in the digital age?

Resource Roundup

Professional Learning

Technology, Research & Learning Resources

Alternatives to Google Image Search Many of you are already working on student projects with teachers and Richard Byrne has updated his list of student friendly websites to get public domain or creative commons images. The quick reference chart is designed to provide an overview and comparison of good sources.

Nearpod + Common Sense Media = Free Digital Citizenship Curriculum The curriculum combines interactive activities, assessments, and real-time feedback from Nearpod. There are two ways to sign up be sure to select the one exclusively for librarians .

One option for earning Parkway credits is to participate in webinars. In order to earn participation credits watch the webinar and then go to http://tinyurl.com/LibWebinars to record your participation. Remember that district credit is based on the number of clock hours that you participate. Credit is issued as follows: six clock hours will get you .5 credit and 12 clock hours will get you 1 credit.

Teen Book Buzz - hosted by SLJ Get ahead of the curve and discover the latest and greatest hot reads during SLJ’s Fall 2015 Teen Book Buzz webcast! From epic fantasies (such as Eleanor Herman’s reimagining of Alexander the Great as a teen) and suspenseful thrillers (Joelle Charbonneau’s Need) to love stories built around teen issues (Estelle Laure’s poignant debut) and timely discussions on gender identity (Robin Talley’ s sophomore novel), our webcast sponsors will be featuring new and forthcoming releases that are sure to appeal to your tween and teen readers.

September 10, 2015 @ 2:00pm-3:00 - Can’t make the time listed, sign up and get notification when it’s archived. Click here to sign up

GEG Eastern MO This Google+ community is a Google Educator Group where you can learn, share, inspire, and empower each other. Over the weekend #GEG of Eastern Missouri

hosted a back to school digital citizenship Hangout for educators. See the recording here.

Coming soon (September 13th) there will be another hangout where parents can join the broadcast on digital citizenship. (Great resources to share with Parkway parents). To join the event click here.

#ParkwayMakes 5 Things Learned from the Invent to Learn Book If you are thinking about jumping into the Maker Movement and wondering how this might fit into the things you are already do with students consider Invent to Learn. This is one of the those books that can be perused at different times and you’ll get something different out of it each time. The link to 5 Things I Learned when Re-reading Invent to Learn is from Richard Byrne’s blog and is thoughtprovoking in the way that we approach projects with students.

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Snapshots

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Inspirational graphics in place at Wren New learning spaces and soft seating at Pierremont Maker carts on the way to Hanna Woods Melissa participating in the Read-outLoud day at Barnes Noble - Celebrating Harper Lee - July 2015

Well Said...

#ParkwayReads

In a gentle way, you can shake the world. ~Gandhi.

This week McKelvey as recognized and congratulated having one of the top percentages of students who completed the St. Louis County Library Summer Reading Club and earned a free performer for a school assembly. - Way to go McKelvey!

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Student Opportunities

http://www.wimpykid.com/readathon/ Save the Date Head over to Left Bank Books for several September book events for students of all ages. Click here for the flyer.

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