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More than a passion project, literacy advocacy takes a village

eSchool News

When former National School Library Program of the Year librarian Marge Cox retired, she began volunteering at Youth Haven, a shelter designed to help abused and neglected children and teens in Southwest Florida. They had boxes of books that had been donated to them and wanted to create a library.

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Innovative ideas for school libraries

eSchool News

Key points: School libraries have evolved to offer students and teachers everything they need See article: Modern students need modern librarians See article: 10 reasons we love school librarians For more news on school libraries, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page What makes an effective school library?

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New Webinar: "Managing Stress in the Library: Strategies for Library Workers" with Loida Garcia-Febo

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Managing Stress in the Library: Strategies for Library Workers A Masterclass with Loida Garcia-Febo The Library 2.0 Mental Health and Wellness Series OVERVIEW Library workers often face a variety of stressors such as tight deadlines, high workloads, and other challenges related to providing access to information and services.

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New Webinar: "Emotional Safety for Library Workers - A Masterclass with Loida Garcia-Febo"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Emotional Safety for Library Workers A Masterclass with Loida Garcia-Febo The Library 2.0 Mental Health and Wellness Series OVERVIEW Prioritizing emotional safety for librarians is essential for creating a supportive, inclusive, and resilient library environment that benefits both staff and patrons alike.

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Micro-credentials and COVID-19: Supporting Professional Learning When Schools are Closed

Digital Promise

Micro-credential COVID-19 Library. In the last month, our teaching and learning environment has been upended. In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, districts and educators have been tasked with shifting teaching and learning online, and many are seeking resources to support learning in this new environment.

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The looming threat that could worsen the digital divide

eSchool News

Key points: Without continued funding, schools and libraries may struggle to maintain or upgrade technological infrastructure See article: 3 ways the E-rate program helps level up learning See article: Will cybersecurity receive E-rate funding?

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"Mental Health and Wellness" Topic Survey for Loida Garcia-Febo Library 2.0 Webinar Series + Free Webinar

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

We're working with Loida Garcia-Febo on a regular webinar series on "Mental Health and Wellness" for Library 2.0. LOIDA GARCIA-FEBO Loida Garcia-Febo is a Puerto Rican American librarian and International Library Consultant with 24 years of experience as an expert in library services to diverse populations and human rights.