9:00-10:00 Session 1
A panel of library teachers discuss the adoption and implementation of the new ELA curriculum in their buildings and their role of collaborating with teachers and stakeholders.
Presenters: Sarah Hunicke, Stephanie Mills, Katie O'Kane, Melanie Roy, and Tasha White
AskRI has a wealth of resources to help librarians engage student learners. We'll take you on a tour of some of AskRI's newer resources and highlight great tools and features that will help engage learners and build strong digital literacy skills.
10:30-11:30 | Session 2 |
A panel of member librarians will share strategies they employed during remote learning that they will implement upon returning to in person learning.
Presenters: Deanna Brooks, Lisa Girard, Stephanie Mills, Michelle Steever, and Tasha White
Join us for a brief presentation about the Rhode Island Latino Books Months Book Award. A booklist of the 2021 nominees and winners will be announced.
Presenter: Maria Cotto, Bilingual Children's Librarian, MLIS, Pawtucket Public Library
12:00- 1:00 Session 3
Join members of the Rhode Island Children’s Book Award Committee to learn about the 2021 nominees. Learn ways to incorporate titles into your curriculum and get kids excited about reading books on the list.
Discover easy tips and tricks to curate your ebook and audiobook library so that it appeals to every student - even your reluctant readers! Plus, learn how free resources help make promoting your digital collection quick and simple and see how educators in other districts are getting the word out.
Presenter: Devin Kelly, OverDrive Account Executive Education East