2018-2019
Expected Outcomes
A strong school library program connects students to the world around them through research and inquiry, and by supporting a climate and culture of reading. These connections are made through collaborative lessons and programming that integrate information and technology skills with classroom curriculum, through the curation of relevant and reliable print and digital resources, and by empowering students in the 4C’s.
A strong school library program connects students to the world around them through research and inquiry, and by supporting a climate and culture of reading. These connections are made through collaborative lessons and programming that integrate information and technology skills with classroom curriculum, through the curation of relevant and reliable print and digital resources, and by empowering students in the 4C’s.
We selected the Focus Area of Curriculum and Instruction to align with our School Improvement Goals for the 2018-2019 school year.
We selected the Focus Area of Curriculum and Instruction to align with our School Improvement Goals for the 2018-2019 school year.
MTAC Members:
MTAC Members:
- Laura Nowak - School Library Media Coordinator
- Mel Leach - Principal
- Mindy Townsend - Technology Teacher
- Doreen Burke - Lead Secretary
- Karen Platz - PTA Treasurer
- Abby Jerome - Kindergarten Teacher
- Heather Sawkiewicz - 1st Grade Teacher
- Lara Streyle - 2nd Grade Teacher
- Sarah Conrade - 3rd Grade Teacher
- Kit Sheckler - 3rd Grade Teacher
- Christi Vereckey - 4th Grade Teacher
- Carolina Lewitt - 5th Grade Teacher
- Jeff Straight - EBS Teacher
Expected Outcome #1
Expected Outcome #1
Over the course of the 18/19 academic year, the MTAC team will support and promote increased usage of the library space including (but not limited to) flexible time slots for research instruction, open circulation, and technology integration amongst students, faculty, and staff.
Over the course of the 18/19 academic year, the MTAC team will support and promote increased usage of the library space including (but not limited to) flexible time slots for research instruction, open circulation, and technology integration amongst students, faculty, and staff.
- Media Coordinator will offer Google Classroom PD
- Media Coordinator will meet with and support PLTs at least twice a month
- The Media Center will be open for circulation on a flexible schedule throughout the school year
- Classroom teachers can sign up for the media center to flexibly use the space for research, technology, or collaboration
Expected Outcome #2
Expected Outcome #2
Over the course of the 18/19 academic year, our MTAC will increase collaboration across grade levels, specials classes, and community partnerships.
Over the course of the 18/19 academic year, our MTAC will increase collaboration across grade levels, specials classes, and community partnerships.
- Media coordinator will attend and work with PLTs
- Media coordinator will set up Skype "visits" and/or visiting authors at least two times during the school year
- Media coordinator and technology teacher will build Community Partnerships (SAS, AFHS AOE, Paul Carr) and schedule events for classroom teachers
- The Media Coordinator will collaborate with classroom teachers to build inquiry into research projects