Mission & Vision
Mission & Vision
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Our library empowers every student to explore, learn, and grow through equitable access to knowledge, innovative technology, and a welcoming space that cultivates curiosity and pride. We envision a library at the heart of our school, where every learner is inspired to achieve greatness, equipped with skills for the future, and supported in a culture of lifelong learning and community pride.
Meet the Librarian
Meet the Librarian
"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire"
— William Butler Yeats
As a proud alumna of Taylor County High School, I'm excited to give back to the community that shaped me. I'm here to help carry forward our Cardinal Pride.
Whether I'm coaching on the court, sponsoring clubs, or guiding a student to their next favorite read, my goal is to help every student achieve and expect greatness, just like I do.
I began teaching at Taylor County High School as an Instructional Assistant in 2021, shortly after I graduated from Campbellsville University. That fall, I was hired as an Assistant Coach for the volleyball team and an English Interventionist for the freshmen class. The following school year, 2022-2023, I obtained the Library Media Specialist position, which was previously my 10-year career goal.
I am incredibly fortunate, grateful, and blessed to work in the space that I do, with the most amazing students and staff. Go Cards!!!
Education
Excel Development Rank I in Administration through Murray State University 2027.
Master of Arts in Education (Emphasis in Library Science), Murray State University 2025
Bachelor of Science in English, Campbellsville University 2020
Taylor County High School Class of 2017
Involvement
Digital Learning Coach
Assistant Volleyball Coach
Book Club Sponsor
Girls Who Code Sponsor
Yearbook Sponsor
Pickleball Club Co-Sponsor
STLP Co-Sponsor
Memberships
AASL
ALA
ISTE
KASL
KAST
Certifications
Adobe Creative Educator
Adobe Digital Literacy Educator
Book Creator Educator
Canva Teacher
Common Sense Media Educator
Digital Learning Coach Certified
EnlightenAI Expert Educator
Google Educator Level One
Knowt Educator
MackinVIA Educator
MagicSchool AI Level 4
MagicSchool AI Pioneer Educator
SchoolAI Educator
TCEA Chromebook Educator
Lately in the Library
Lately in the Library
School Library Week!
School Library Week!
The week of April 20-25th, 2026, we celebrated National School Library week with dress-up days, morning announcement trivia, and daily lunch games!
Students who participated received raffle tickets to win one of 25 prizes from our on-campus business student-based enterprises.
Free soda - Cardinal Kroger
Free drink - TC Harden Coffee
Free t-shirt + print - The Spirit Shop
School Library Week!
School Library Week!
School Library Week!
School Library Week!
School Library Week!
School Library Week!
Get Involved!
Get Involved!
Students
Students
Reading challenges
Weekly polls
Research and formatting help
Digital Citizenship
Book Recommendation Bot
Book Club
Yearbook Club
Book Badges
Book Badges
We have different book badges available each year! Read one of the books listed for the 2026-27 school year to earn badges!
Book Bingo Challenge
Book Bingo Challenge
Each year, students have the opportunity to participate in the Book Bingo Challenge!
Students who get Bingo receive fun prizes!
Teachers
Teachers
Chromebook help, tips, & tricks
Collaboration (co-teaching, Sphero Bolt lessons, Digital Learning and Citizenship, research lessons, AI lessons, and more!)
EdTech help
Technology integration
Host meetings, speakers, clubs, etc.
Coverage
Digital Citizenship Lessons
Digital Citizenship Lessons
We use the Common Sense Media Digital Literacy Curriculum for 9-12th grades, as well as pull from lessons in other places, such as ISTE resources.
Lessons include Digital Literacy, News & Media Literacy, Digital Ethics, Artificial Intelligence Literacy, and Digital Well-Being.
Research Lessons
Research Lessons
I'd love the opportunity to co-teach on research, such as discussing citations, writing ethically, how to find sources, what a good resource looks like, and more. Our Research Hub offers many resources, videos, and examples for students, as well.
Sphero Lessons
Sphero Lessons
We have 24 Sphero Bolt+ robots in the library available for checkout by teachers for classroom use!
Coding, AI, and robotics can be intimidating, but bringing these things into your classroom is simple.
Here are a few ideas:
Students can write a short narrative and design code and a "stage" for the Bolt+ to speed through as students narrate.
In math, students could use the Sphero Bolt+ to measure angles and distances by programming it to navigate a specific path.
In science, students could experiment with coding the Bolt+ to follow a path that simulates planetary orbits or chemical reactions.
TCHS Poster Printing is a great resource for students who need posters for their projects and teachers/staff who need signage.
Please allow 3-5 days for poster printing, as they are in high-demand and the machine often needs replacements.
Standards
Standards
Kentucky Academic Standards for Library Media
Kentucky Academic Standards for Technology
Kentucky Department of Education Digital Citizenship Guidelines
AASL National School Library Standards Framework
Future Ready Librarians Framework
ISTE Standards for Students and Teachers
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can the library do for me?
What can the library do for me?
Access to a wide variety of books and digital resources
Student printer
Student iMacs
Quiet study spaces
Study room
Reading challenges
Basic tech help
Poster printing
Button creating
Pocket lamination
MakerSpace tools and resources
Community puzzles and polls
How can I become a Teacher's Assistant in the Library?
How can I become a Teacher's Assistant in the Library?
Working in the library is different than working in a classroom. Students interested in a TA position in the library must be willing to handle the checking in and checking out of books (that means talking to their peers!), shelving, helping to create displays and keep the displays updated, help students search for books, beginner cataloging skills, and more.
The library runs similarly to a business! There is always stuff to do and people to help.
If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, please talk to Ms. Harris about scheduling the library as a TA when you're a Junior or Senior.
How can I join Book Club?
How can I join Book Club?
Join at Club Round-Up, or come talk to Ms. Harris about joining!
We meet once a month during 1st period on Club Days.
How can I join Yearbook?
How can I join Yearbook?
The Yearbook at TCHS is a very important aspect of our school. We're in charge of ensuring all clubs, organizations, sports, students, and staff are listed, as well as writing stories that capture everything notable from the school year. Understanding the basics of design (not overcrowding pages, fonts and their sizes are all the same, clean spacing, and picture choice) is needed for those in the club.
You can join by scheduling Yearbook with Ms. Harris! She will need to sign off on your scheduling paper. If you've already scheduled for the year and would like to switch into Yearbook, please see both Ms. Harris and the Guidance Counselors about switching classes.
Yearbook is only offered to two students each class period.
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