sjsd libraries
DECEMBER 2013
SECONDARY LIBRARIES MONTHLY REPORT
SJSD Libraries Summary of Activity - December 2013
Featured Library: Bode Middle School
in this report ... why libraries matter
Our middle school and high school libraries have been busy this school year! Librarians have already been checking out books to students, assisting with research projects, collaborating with teachers, and assisting with technology needs in their respective buildings! This month, librarians also conducted a variety of lessons with students, including getting students set up to use the library’s shared ebook collection on FollettShelf.
why libraries matter in the year ...
2013
print circulation online access assistance and operations lessons and collaboration
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for more information, please contact melissa.corey@sjsd.k12.mo.us
Benton High School
Kelly LockMcMillen
Central High School
Kristy Johnson
Lafayette High School
Michelle Newby
Bode Middle School
Dlo Duvall
Robidoux Middle School
Melissa Corey
Spring Garden Middle School
Melody Townsend
Truman Middle School
Daria Deshon
The March 2013 issue of School Library Journal outlined a study of Pennsylvania’s academic performance in relation to steep budget cuts made across the state in the area of school libraries - both staff and materials. Although more than two decades of similar research has been conducted in over 22 states, the Pennsylvania study uncovered the following new and significant findings: Quality school library programs significantly impact the most vulnerable students. For the first time, the impact of library programs on selected student groups that tend to experience achievement gaps was examined directly. - Kachel, Debra E., and Keith C. Lance. "Latest Study: A Full-time School Librarian Makes a Critical Difference in Boosting Student Achievement." School Library Journal. N.p., 7 Mar. 2013. Web. 03 Feb. 2014. -1-
Print Circulation Statistics Books Checked Out
Totals New Books Checked Out
Totals
Our print circulation statistics showed approximately 2,500 books checked out in a one month period. These statistics were compiled from December 1, 2013, until December 31, 2013. These circulation statistics also represent the checkout activity of all 4 middle schools and all 3 high schools combined, for a total of 5,500 students. As well, our fiction statistics were strong. Students and staff checked out almost 2,000 fiction texts during this time. This shows that our libraries’
Fiction
Nonfiction
1974
439
Fiction
Nonfiction
546
67
fiction collections are supporting the needs of ELA departments and reader’s/writer’s workshop. Finally, our librarians have begun tracking how our newer books are performing compared to the rest of the existing print collection. By our definition, we are tracking “new” books that were purchased beginning in the 2012-13 school year. These books are a little over a year old or newer in many cases. The proportion of the print collection that is checking out that is classified as new is very high. Out of all fiction books checked out, approximately 1/4 were new books.
Total Circulation of Books
18%
82%
Fiction
Nonfiction
Total Circulation of New Books New vs. Existing Collection
11%
3000 2250 1500 750 0
89% Fiction Exisiting
Nonfiction New
Fiction - New -2-
Nonfiction - New
Online Access Statistics eBooks
eBooks Checkouts
Totals
eBooks Read Online
218
768
Featured Database SJSD subscribes to a number of databases for its secondary schools. One favorite resource is Global Issues in Context. This database offers a world view of issues such as climate change, nanotechnology, and more.
Library Website Access District Site
855
Benton
272
Central
168
Lafayette
16
Bode
160
Robidoux
50
Spring Garden
339
Truman
16
Library Assistance and Operations Library Operations
Library Assistance (finding books, doing research)
ndividual/group book recommendations including nonfiction, AP, and cultural books; database/web research; locating books on appropriate reading level; readers’ advisory consultations; using and searching Alexandria catalog; Accelerated Reader program assistance; displays/bulletin boards
Student Technology Assistance (Troubleshooting)
troubleshooting log-ins for email, PowerSchool, blogs, etc.; printing/copying issues; SRI links/login; assisting with iPad apps, including Edmodo, Google Drive; finding lost projects; log-in issues; missing iPads; creating screencasts
Staff Technology Assistance (Troubleshooting)
overheads/sound system troubleshooting, assisting with hardware/software, loading students in SRI admin, running PowerSchool reports, using Google Apps, adding information to Schoolwires, Acuity logins, printer setup/install, teaming with all staff on technology training, help with hardware (video cameras, projectors, speakers)
duties performed by librarians Circulation duties cataloging, ordering books,checking in/out, updating patrons, serving as SRI admin, pulling books for teachers Technology duties open/close computer labs; daily iPad check-out/check-in; book computer labs; troubleshooting laptops, computers, iPads; updating website on Schoolwires; track tech repair slips, Acuity logins, create LibGuides Building duties announcements posted to website, TVs; running clubs; assisting with staff meetings Collection duties book displays, reorganizing collection, weeding collection for age/wear and tear, labeling series books, award winner displays, holiday book displays, award reader/selector books
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Lessons and Collaboration Classes Using Libraries and/or Labs
Lessons Taught by Librarians
School
Description
Standards
Glogster lesson
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7-8.6
Database overview (SS)
CSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7-8-10.8
FollettShelf ebook app overview and setup
CSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7-8.10
iMovie and Screencasting for 9th grade
CSS.ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.6, AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner 4.1.8
Website Integrity
CSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7-8-10.8
Google Documents lesson
CSS.ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.8, AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner 4.1.6
ACT Prep for ELA
CSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.8
Using an OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog)
CSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7-8.8
Usage
Central
176 in lab/10 in library
Lafayette
CA 9, CA 11, Government, PE research, CA literacy
Benton
Microbiology, CA 11, D/C History, SS 11, Debate, Business small groups
Bode
Health, Counselor
Spring Garden
ELA 7 book checkout, flex grouping; SS research; ELA 8 SRI, reading, flex grouping, ELA CWC small group testing
Truman
5 teachers using library 14 times, varied classes
Robidoux
Small group work for ELA, SS, Science; computer lab usage for ELA writing initiatives
Library lessons are correlated to the following standards: •Common Core State Standards for ELA Literacy including Reading: Literature, Writing, History/Social Studies, and Science •National Educational Technology Standards for Students (NETS-S) •American Association of School Librarian’s Standards for the 21st Century Learner
Special Notes
Collaboration Time Librarians spent collaboration time with teachers this month in the following subject areas:
SGMS attended a full day of tech cohort meeting to plan for staff PD for second semester
Business FACS
SGMS organized, wrapped, housed, and delivered Adopt-a-Family gifts for students at Christmas
Industrial Technology ELA Math Science
RMS planned second semester JEPD around technology/research
Special Services Team teachers in middle school Individual teachers as needed -4-