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A structured, rigorous program that pairs a mentor librarian
A structured, rigorous program that pairs a mentor librarian
with a librarian who is new to the profession.
with a librarian who is new to the profession.
This is a three year pilot program (2019-2023)funded by a NEA Great Public Schools Grant awarded to VSLA and VT NEA.
School Library Leadership: Mentoring Matters pairs newly hired school librarians with librarians trained in mentoring and the implementation of the AASL standards (2017).
The ultimate goal is to create a statewide roster of seasoned school librarians available to school districts as trained mentors for novice school librarians in every region of the state.
Mentoring
is an essential component of the preparation and induction of new librarians
is fundamental for the continuum of professional preparation, development and leadership
improves teacher effectiveness, increases student learning, reduces educator turnover and improves school climate.
Mentors provide:
observation
reflective coaching
professional dialog
Contact:
Contact:
VSLA Mentorship Advisory Committee
VSLA Mentorship Advisory Committee
Higher Ed Liaison:
Higher Ed Liaison:
Deb Eiler Hansenn, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT
Vermont-NEA Director of Professional Programs:
Vermont-NEA Director of Professional Programs:
Juliette Longchamp, Montpelier, VT
AASL Consultant
AASL Consultant
Judith Kaplan, Burlington, Vermont
Judith Kaplan, Burlington, Vermont
Grant Coordinator
Grant Coordinator
Nancy Daigle, Brookside Primary, Waterbury, VT
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Funded by a grant through the
Funded by a grant through the
NEA Center for Great Public Schools
NEA Center for Great Public Schools
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