Collaborative Leadership

Current Practices and Artifacts:

• Serves on district and building-level committees

  • District Technology Team and Building Leadership Team

• Collaborates with teachers individually and in teams to curate resources 

  • Middle School Class Links

  • Black History Month Destiny Collection

  • Historical Fiction Picture Book Collection 

  • Mental Health Destiny Collection

• Collaborates with teachers individually and in teams to develop lessons

• Offers to lead professional development at the building level

• Members of the following organizations: WEMTA, NEW (Northeast Wisconsin) Library Network, ALA, AASL

• Represents district libraries on interview teams for building principals, district technology network specialist, technology support technicians, literacy coaches, technology coaches, teachers, and more

Opportunities for Growth:

• Communicate the role of the Library Media Specialist to broaden the understanding of supports that the library team can provide to students, staff, and community

• Improve coordination of PLC time between grade levels and Library Media Specialists

• Foster a culture of innovation with teachers and learners

Goal Statement:

During the 2025-26 school year, the Library Media Specialists will focus on planning collaboratively with teachers to enhance student learning by effectively utilizing library resources and services. 

• Gather baseline data of collaboration

• Analyze data to determine next steps

• Work with administration, department heads, and BYOC representatives to attend curriculum planning meetings