Yesterday James Patterson announced plans to give away $1.25 million to school libraries. In partnership with Scholastic, Patterson will make individual donations of $1,000 to $10,000. The money can be used for books, reading programs, or technology and repairs. The… Read More ›
Education News
Why School Librarians Need to Care about the Reauthorization of ESEA
We all recognize the importance of well-stocked school libraries with the latest technology and resources for our students led by state-certified school librarians and the positive impact they have on teaching and learning. Years of research studies continue to make… Read More ›
School Librarians Needed Instead of Instructional Coaches in CA
A recent article in EdSource (http://edsource.org/2015/classroom-coaches-critical-as-teachers-shift-to-common-core/) noted an increase in coaches in California school districts to assist with the demands of implementing the Common Core State Standards. One school mentioned in the article, Oakland Technical High School, appears to have… Read More ›
School library legislation is heating up!
We’re experiencing record cold in D.C., but the ALA Washington Office is busy meeting with Senate staffers trying to promote school libraries. Both U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Chairman Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-TN) and U.S…. Read More ›
Delaware School Libraries Council to Conduct Statewide Master Plan for Delaware School Libraries
The Delaware School Libraries Council, with support from the Delaware Department of State and the Department of Education, is embarking on a Statewide Master Plan for Delaware School Libraries, a comprehensive planning effort designed to create a vision that will… Read More ›
Bill Aims to Transform Learning Systems through Innovative Technology
Legislation was introduced in the Senate this week that would help schools, districts, and states transform learning systems through innovative technology. Introduced by U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), the Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT) Act would: Support teachers, principals, and… Read More ›