The TOolkit

Level 1 -

5 MINUTE EFFORT

  • create social media accounts
  • post to social media
    • permanent posts & stories
  • media center displays
  • talk to a colleague
  • give shout-outs to those who are doing a good job or to those who support the media center
  • identify stakeholders
  • stay current on issues and share ideas

Level 2 -

ONE HOUR EFFORT

  • school or parent newsletter
    • SMORE, Google Doc, etc.
  • NJASL bookmark item
  • teacher or classroom engagement
  • invite an administrator or Board member
  • PD for teachers
  • Create an infographic sharing what you do
  • Plan your posts - social media engagement calendar
  • Create a website for your media center
  • Make a Snapchat filter or AR filter
  • Makerspace Monday
  • Work on your elevator pitch

LEVEL 3 -

ALL-IN EFFORT

  • community involvement and creating partnerships
    • NJ Makers Day
    • collaborate with public library
    • invite a local representative
    • partner with the public library
  • write an article for a local news source
  • add a blog to your website
  • Go through NJASL resources
  • Work on branding to create a universal look and feel
  • write letters to local news outlets or politicians in support of libraries

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