Community

We work hard to keep the Media Center a safe, welcoming learning space where students can create, work, research, study, explore, and relax. In addition to collaborating with teachers, we provide support as needed to individual students.

This year, with your support as well as Asheville City Schools Foundation, along with the tireless efforts of Allison Strickland Weaver, AHS and SILSA read, discussed, and became inspired by the author Jason Reynolds. His visit was sadly postponed due to COVID-19. We look forward to building on this experience next year as we move forward.

We continued to provide training and guidance to student teachers regarding how technology is impacting education.

We shared experiences, tools, and advice with new teachers to help them develop strategies and lessons using technology and media. We also shared best practices and practical insight in the use of technology in the classroom.

AHS and SILSA are important meeting places for the community. This year we hosted author Tommy Hays. We provided space for student clubs, tutoring, art exhibits, and many different meetings. All of these activities require a level of support to meet a variety of needs. From answering questions about our schools to providing instructional and technical support, Media Specialists and the Digital Lead Teacher are the resource for meeting these needs.

At community forums and parent orientations we communicated the state of technology in education and on our campuses. We provided parents and community stakeholders with information regarding the use of technology on our campus and offer suggestions as to monitoring the use of technology at home.

Parents are in need of guidance with their children regarding technology. Media Specialists and the Digital Lead Teacher help parents and community members make informed decisions regarding technology and their children. We work with parents and community members to help bring understanding to the changes technology is making in our culture.

Community Events and Support

Jason Reynolds Promotion and Support