

School Librarians United with Amy Hermon
Amy Hermon
Tune in as Amy Hermon tackles the issues and challenges school librarians face everyday.
Episodes
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Jul 3, 2021 • 1h 3min
133 Booktalking
Learn strategies for giving effective booktalks and inspiring a joy of reading from Allie Cornejo and Stephanie Galvan Russell. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) But I Don't Know How To Booktalk (TX presentation Spring 2021) Texas Library Association: Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List (grades 6-12) Podcast: Allie the Librarian Booktalks Blog/Vlog: The Lispy Librarian YouTube: Tech it Over Maverick List TX Tayshas List

Jun 25, 2021 • 1h 18min
132 Raising the Profile of the Library (and Librarian!)
Learn how Lucas Maxwell promotes his library programs and collection, showcases students talents, supports the staff and helps build school community. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Study Guide: 14 strategies Glenthrone HS Library Surprise Summer Reads Back to School Welcome Goody Bags Staff Room Pop-up Library

Jun 19, 2021 • 53min
131 Student-Centered Learning by Design
Jacquelyn Whiting details how school librarians collaborate with teachers while building empathy with students as lessons are reimagined. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Book on Amazon Twitter: @Ms.JWhiting

Jun 12, 2021 • 57min
130 Overcoming Isolation and Building Our PLN
Dr. Krista Welz shares how Twitter can provide the recognition, authenticity and PD to school librarians when our jobs can be so isolating. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Dr. Krista Welz Twitter: @kristawelz Dissertation Presentation Blog Sherry Turkle: Alone Together Sherry Turkle

Jun 5, 2021 • 1h 8min
129 Exemplary HS Programming
Learn all about Meggan Ford's award-winning programming in her HS library. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Johns Creek HS Media Center Twitter: @johnscreekmedia Instagram: @jchsmediacenter Tiktok: @jchsmediacenter Makerspaces Presentation Reading Promotion Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl Georgia Peach Awards

May 29, 2021 • 56min
128 Anime Club
Learn why Julie Stiver's Anime Club is so successful from a student panel! I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Julie Stivers' book!!! Mount Vernon Library Digital MV Library Site Student-generated manga lists for librarians Sara Smith's reviews of Graphic Novels: The Graphic Library Episode 100: Your Graphic Library

May 22, 2021 • 49min
127 Author Fan Face Off
Learn all about this fantastic resource for motivating our readers. Author Steve Sheinkin and School Librarian Stacey Rattner created a YouTube quiz show between author and super fan! I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Stacey's blog: Librarian Leaps Steve Sheinkin YouTube: Author Fan Face off

May 15, 2021 • 55min
126 Juggling Our Roles
We ALL struggle with managing the countless demands on us every day. Learn how Jamie Becker prioritizes and plans in order to support her entire school community. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Jamie Becker: Blog ALA Emerging Leaders Program Resource Guide: ALA Developing Reflective Explorers and Innovators Amanda Jones and Ashley Sherman: How to find the time Slide presentation YouTube presentation

May 7, 2021 • 59min
125 Neurodiversity in Our Libraries
Adriana L. White guides us in understanding neurodiversity and how our library spaces, collections and teaching can embrace all our neurodiverse students. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Blog: Adriana L. White - Autistic. Librarian. Author. Blog & Database: A Novel Mind Acceptance is an Action: ASAN Statement on 10th Anniversary of AAM A Brief History | identity-first Neurotribes Before Autism Had a Name - The Atlantic Make the School Library More Accessible to Autistic/Disabled Kids Adriana's We Need (Neuro)Diverse Books Webinar (June 15th @ 4pm CT) (watch my Literacy for Texas presentation live for free, or catch it on YouTube afterwards!)

Apr 30, 2021 • 54min
124 Redefining Our Roles
Learn how Faith Huff advocates for her role as school librarian as well as her skills and training to support the entire school community. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…)


