Day 4 Schedule

Session Title:  

Storyliving: The Power of VR to Promote Empathy 

Learn how cinematic virtual reality can transform the art of storytelling to storyliving as a vehicle for promoting empathy among students.

Session Title:  Building Political Support for School Libraries 

Session Description:  The goal of this webinar is to introduce the tools we need to develop in order to identify, cultivate, and empower your local activists to take action for libraries. We'll show you what you need to do in your community in order to start to use those tools to build the real political power that you need in order to engage and influence community leaders. 

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So Many Choices 

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Using Canva we will create an eye catching Choice Board. Choice Boards are great for sharing monthly themes or can be targeted to units of study in your curriculum. 

Session Title:  School Library Leadership 101: Leading for Any Situation 

Session Description:  In this session, Dr. Washburn will guide participants through a series of experience and activities that will enable them to determine their personal leadership style and how to leverage this knowledge for common leadership opportunities and situations. 

Session Title:  Programming Guide to Going Green 

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Together we will explore the benefits and practical tips for implementing sustainable library programs and activities.

Session Title:  Inclusive Storytime! 

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In this presentation, we will unpack what an inclusive story-time in the classroom or library can look, sound and feel like. We will consider how to carefully and intentionally select books and then how to engage with them in fun and inclusive ways. 

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Time-Saving Tips 

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Join Kristina A. Holzweiss, 2015 SLJ School Librarian of the Year and recipient of the 2024 ALA National School Library of the Year, for a practical session that provides essential time-saving tips tailored for school librarians. As demands on librarians continue to grow, finding efficient ways to manage tasks, integrate technology, and collaborate with staff is crucial. Kristina will share a variety of tools and techniques to enhance productivity. Additionally, attendees will gain insights into utilizing the School Library Planner by Demco, a comprehensive tool designed to help organize schedules, set goals, and track progress throughout the school year. This session is filled with actionable insights and practical advice to help you manage your library more effectively, enhance productivity, and better serve your school community.