2018 FAQs
It’s time to prepare for the 2018 NYLA/SSL Carol A. Kearney Leadership Institute,
SCHOOL LIBRARIANS TRANSFORM LEARNING:
TEACHING WITH THE NEW AASL STANDARDS
August 2-3, 2018 ~~ Syracuse University Sheraton
This FAQ’s below and our Institute website should answer most of your questions. If not, our e-mails are listed at the end of this FAQ.
AGENDA : THURSDAY
Registration 11-1 - upstairs lobby of the hotel
Ongoing: "Swag Swap": ongoing throughout the Institute! Bring along any READING themed tshirts/socks/mugs/jewelry/sweatshirts for the first ever SWAG SWAP... please make sure all items are CLEAN, NEARLY NEW. Great if you need different sizes, have more than you could ever use, want to refresh your wardrobe! Any items left will be donated!
Presentation 1-5 pm: Susan D. Ballard, Sara Kelly Johns, Michelle Miller, Penny Sweeney
*Please bring at least one lesson plan you are already comfortable with or a concrete idea for at least one new one. We will work on “Standard-izing” them.
* welcome
* overview of the AASL Standards
* challenges and opportunities of the AASL Standards
* self-assessment using the AASL Standards
* crosswalks with the AASL Standards
Lunch is not provided on Thursday, but there will be a break with veggies, fruit, cheese, crackers, hummus and beverages.
5:15-5:45 Tour of the Syracuse University Bird Library. This is an optional activity.
Buffet Dinner, 6-7pm
Booktalking Bonanza, 7-8:30pm NOTE: Participation is not optional for CTLE credit.
Literature connection has been requested in evaluations for the last few years and this will be fun! At this booktalk networking experience, interested participants will contribute two slides prior to the Institute to a shared Google Slides presentation, one focusing on a book that they will booktalk and one on one way they cultivate a culture of reading in their libraries. Submissions will be categorized and grouped based on responses to a brief survey; participants will spend a glorious hour or more sharing with and being inspired by each other in a small group setting and, in so doing, they will become more effective at meeting the new Standards. “Booktalk leaders” are still needed and it is a SUPER easy way to get involved! See the "Book Bonanza" webpage for more information about this program and to sign up to be a booktalker!
Scholarship Auction, 8:30pm-10:30pm NOTE: (Does NOT count towards CTLE).
The auction and mixer is a “kick back and relax” while you support a great cause kinda’ night After the Book Bonanza, we will turn the meeting room into an auction house where ALL the proceeds will go to the scholarship fund for 2019. This year we have 16 people on scholarship due to this auction! Visit the auction webpage for more information on how to support this worthy event.
FRIDAY
Buffet breakfast 7-8 am
Presentation 8am- 12pm Susan D. Ballard, Sara Kelly Johns, Michelle Miller, Penny Sweeney
* participants regroup in grade levels. Gathering and announcements start at 8:00 am
* "Poster People" ~ AASL Standards activity
* introduction to librarian and library frameworks
There will be one mid-morning coffee break and a group picture before lunch.
Buffet lunch, 12-1 pm
Presentation, 1-3 pm Susan D. Ballard, Sara Kelly Johns, Michelle Miller, Penny Sweeney
*Participants regroup in grade levels. Gathering and announcements start at 1 pm
* "Let's play cards!" ~ AASL Standards activity
* Unit work-Standard-izing your lesson plans
* Wrap-up
There will be one mid-afternoon beverage break.
**NYLA/SSL Board meeting starts at 3:30pm (board members only)**
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Check in/check out
Syracuse University Sheraton 801 University Ave, Syracuse, NY
Thursday: If you have booked a room, check-in begins at 4pm. If your room is ready before then, the front desk will allow you to check in earlier, however, we have a secure room where you can leave your luggage before check-in, so no worries about that.
Registration for the Institute will begin at 11am.
Programming will begin at 1pm - if you are commuting, park in the garage at the Sheraton and your parking will be validated at the front desk; just inform them you are with NYLA/SSL.
There is NO lunch included on Thursday, but the break will be “substantial” and will include veggies, fruit, cheese, crackers, hummus and beverages.
Friday: If you have booked a room, check out is 12 noon. We have a secure room where you can leave your luggage until the end of the programming.
Programming will begin at 8am - if you are commuting, park in the garage at the Sheraton and your parking will be validated at the front desk, just inform them you are with NYLA/SSL. . Commuters should join us for breakfast between 7 and 8 as that is included in your registration.
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What should I bring?
*A connective device (laptop, iPad, notebook, etc.). REMEMBER your power cords/extension cords/outlet strips for the Institute session.
* At least one Lesson plan you are already comfortable with or a concrete idea for at least one new one. We will work on “Standard-izing” them -- this is a MUST!
* The AASL Standards book - this is a MUST! If you ordered one with your registration, it will be provided to you at registration on Thursday.
*The meeting room is air conditioned and might be cold. Bring a light sweater if you get cold easily.
* Books for the Book Bonanza -- read more about that here!
* Items for the auction (and cash or checkbook)! We will have an auction on Thursday evening to benefit the Carol Kearney Leadership Retreat Scholarship. See the auction website for ideas about what to bring and information on our NEW format.
CASUAL dress is the word for these days – remember, even though we are working, it is still vacation for us! Please wear whatever is comfortable for you. The meeting room is air conditioned so t-shirts and shorts (with a sweater maybe) are appropriate. If you wish to take a walk around campus, bring a comfortable pair of sneakers or walking shoes.
This is a lot to take in….
How do I learn more about the Institute sessions and updated information?
Attendees are invited to frequently check the Institute website; changes and updates will be posted regularly and most questions can be answered by heading there. And, join and check the NYLS/SSL Facebook page and follow the Twitter feed.
If, after reading through this and the website, you still have questions, please e-mail ssledleadership@gmail.com.
We are looking forward to meeting you all and leaning from these two days together!
Sara and Lisa, NYLA/SSL Ed Leadership Co-Chairs
Sara: skjohns@gmail.com
Lisa: ssledleadership@gmail.com