Posters from the CCBC to build knowledge about Intellectual Freedom and book challenges

Kymberlee Powe, Children and YA Consultant for the Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development, dives into the makeup of the publishing industry. You will learn how to identify the difference between a diverse collection and an inclusive one and walk through the logistics of performing a diversity audit of your collection. The examples and resources provided in this session will focus on youth collections; however, the methodology of performing a diversity audit, and the reasons to do so, are universal to all collections.This presentation is brought to you by the Connecticut State Library, in collaboration with the Indiana State Library, the Library of Michigan, and the State Library of Ohio.

Simply make a copy of this template to be used in meetings when you are highlighting work you are doing. Just describe the project or task in the wedge(s) to which it applies. By filling out one of these templates at each meeting, you can gather evidence about what wedges have been focus areas. This could give you insight on future areas of work or help identify priorities.

This presentation is used for workshops. It is intended to be a starting point for districts looking to develop a library plan.

Part II of the library planning workshop series. This presentation provides ideas for resources, goals, and what plans need to include.

In Wisconsin, having a district library plan that is approved by the school board is a legislative requirement, but following a rule does not invite inspiration or provide a complete picture of why this work needs to be done. We have worked to create a process for library planning that incorporates aligning library program goals to school and district needs and creating a pathway for building positive relationships in an effort to increase visibility and value of library programs throughout our state.

The WEMTA presentation highlights a variety of ways to provide professional learning to staff members with a focus on using coaching tools to develop your strategies

In Wisconsin, having a district library plan approved by the school board is a legislative requirement, but following a rule does not invite inspiration or provide a complete picture of why this work must be done. We have created a community of school librarians who inspire and guide each other through library planning. Working through the creation and implementation of library plans aligns the library program with school and district needs. It creates a pathway for advocacy, building positive relationships, and increasing the visibility and value of library programs throughout our state.

During the webinar, the guests shared how:
A library plan allows for telling important stories to administrators and board members, adding value and understanding of how a strong library program positively impacts students
Using The FRL Framework as your evaluation tool for your library program provides structure and intentionality
Wisconsin is building a supportive network for school librarians who often feel isolated in their work

Penny Stuiber, District Library Media Specialist at Oconto Falls School District, has generously shared surveys used as part of her library planning process.

Future Ready Librarian based tool for documenting and reflecting on what school library programming has looked like during COVID-19.

This guide was created by Scottie Bruch, School Library Coordinator for the South Dakota State Library.

The Wisconsin Association of School Library Boards in their December 2021 issue of "Wisconsin School News" published a short article on library collection development policies, and how reviewing and revising these policies can be a key part in a school library's plan. The article is found on pages 20-23.