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๐๐๐Sapphires are a girl's best friend!๐๐๐
One of our lovely patrons came in last week and brought us an old microfilm with the grade of her sapphire on it!!๐ซข๐ซข
We were able to read the film no problem.
The lesson: always ask the library!
#kylibraries #microfilm #kentuckyhistory #jewelgrading
KASL FALL NEWSLETTER Kentucky Association of School Librarians KASL Kentucky Association of School Librarians A Message from our President My name is Erin Weaver and I am honored to serve as the 2025- 2026 KASL President. Here's a bit about me: I have lived and worked in Kentucky my entire life. I have been teaching for (gulp!) 27 years and have spent the last 18 of those years in the best job ever-library media specialist. When I first started in the library, I felt like | lived in an educational silo; I was doing my job alone. My first vears in the librarv were sn
Please check out our Fall Newsletter app.smore.com/n/38b6h #KYLibraries #KyLChat #KentuckyLibraries
This month PH will focus on media literacy & how librarians can help students become informed, responsible digital citizens. Donโt miss this opportunity to connect, learn, & share ideas with fellow KY librarians
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#KASL #PowerHour #MediaLiteracy #KYLibraries
Messy Sketchnote of Tracie D Hall presentation on libraries and storytelling.
I was blessed to hear THE Tracie D. Hall present today at the @joinkla.bsky.social conference. Powerful and important advice for all of us. #kylibraries #tlsky #kylchat #WitnessToHistory #tlchat #libraries super messy live sketchnote in @procreate.com
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Libraries and librarians are just the best. It's such a good energy when we all get together. #KLA25 today and tomorrow. #TLsky #KyLibraries
SCPL is starting a new podcast/YT series! ๐๐๐
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What types of topics would you like to see discussed? Local authors? New books? Library news?
#librarypodcasting #scplky #kylibraries #librarysocialmedia #podcasts #booktok
Infographic about new Suzanne Collins books
๐Sunrise on the Reaping is almost HERE!๐
Discover the complete collection of The Hunger Games books on Hoopla! May the odds be ever in your favor: www.hoopladigital.com/collection/3...
#scplky #scplreads #scpllistens #kylibraries #audiobooks #booktok #bookstagram
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KY School librarians, check this out #KyLChat #KyLibraries
SCHOOL LIBRARIANS HELP KENTUCKY STUDENTS THINK SHARE Display curiosity and initiative when seeking information by ยท ยท Encouraging learners to formulate their own questions about topics Activating learners' background knowledge to help them make new connections. Communicate with peer and community audiences by โข Developing learners' collaboration skills โข Providing opportunities and support for engaging online and in-person activities CREATE GROW Develop new products to demonstrate their learning by โข Supporting the use of digital and traditional creation skills to make multimedia products Helping draw new conclusions to spark ideas Support learners' growth in and out of the traditional school day by ยท Providing instruction in multiple forms of literacy (traditional, digital, media, information) Developing learners' love for reading and providing access to relevant materials Kentucky school libraries and certified school librarians are indispensable in shaping well-rounded, informed, and empowered learners. By recognizing and supporting their multifaceted roles, we invest in the future success of our students and the overall strength of our educational system. KASL Kentucky Association of School Librarians SCHOOL LIBRARIES SUPPORT LEARNING KASL is a 300+ member state-wide professional organization of certified school librarians. Organized by regional districts, KASL membership extends into every Kentucky county. Every young Kentuckian deserves a high-quality school library. Every KASL librarian serves their students, school, and district in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding. WE ARE TEACHERS โข โข Kentucky school librarians are certified teachers with specialized graduate degrees in Library Science. Most served as classroom teachers for many years before specializing in school librarianship. Kentucky school librarians teach students how to sift through the vast sea of information, equipping them to distinguish credible sources from misinformation. School librarโฆ
Hey school library friends! Need help explaining why school libraries and certified school librarians are important to our students? PDF version: drive.google.com/file/d/1TOlQ... #KyLChat #KyLibraries #TLsky
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Lovely new branch for our library! Love all of it. Textures, furniture, lighting, all great. Busy children area! Cool recording room. #KyLChat #KyLibraries
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Every mug tells a story โ All January long, match the mug to its origin story and win a prize! #kylibraries #adultwinterreading2025 #scplky #aroundtheworldin60days #libraryfun #kylibrarians
Registration is now open for the (KACRL) Kentucky Association of College and Research Libraries /Kentucky Special Libraries Round Table (KSLRT) Joint Spring Conference, ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐น ๐ต-๐ญ๐ญ ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ป ๐ฅ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฒ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ธ in Lucas, KY! sites.google.com/view/ky-join... #KentuckyLibraries #KYLibraries
Do you believe in libraries? Join KLA this #GivingTuesday! Membership is not just for librarian professionals. Visit www.klaonline.org to join today as a FRIEND for $30 and be a champion for libraries across the Bluegrass State! ๐๐ #KYLibraries #LibraryLove
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The Kentucky Library Association calls on library supporters to contact state Senate members today to restore Direct Aid to libraries to the FY2025 budget. #KyLibraries #KYGA24 ๐ฃ๐ฃ๐ฃ oneclickpolitics.global.ssl.fastly.net/promo/5lb
Update - Senate Bill 232 - Senator Westerfield has committed to removing the section concerning school librarians from SB232, with a committee substitute, should the bill advance. We appreciate Senator Westerfield for his willingness to listen and for his open and clear communication.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone for their unwavering support and for actively communicating with your legislators. We've achieved a significant milestone โ Senator Westerfield has committed to removing the section concerning school libraries from SB232, with a committee substitute, should the bill advance. Rest assured, the Kentucky Association for School Librarians (KASL) will meticulously monitor this and all related legislation. Your efforts in sharing information and engaging in meaningful dialogue have been crucial. We stand united in our belief that every K-12 student is entitled to a high-quality school library, facilitated by a certified teacher librarian. Together, we make a formidable team in championing the cause of educational excellence. Thank you once again for your dedication and action.
UPDATE - SB232 - Thank you for supporting school libraries and librarians. #KyLibraries #KyReads
Hey! Use this @AdobeExpress challenge template to describe details about your favorite book, share, and tag us & #KyLibraries Template here: new.express.adobe.com/published/ur...
The Perilous State of Academic Freedom and Free Expression in Education from PEN America pen.org/the-perilous... #KyLibraries #KyReads
Outstanding work. Jump to the 23:00 minute mark. #KyLibraries #KyReads ket.org/program/kent...
KACRL KY SLA Joint SPring Conference Kentucky Association of College and Research Libraries and Kentucky Special Libraries Association present: Libraries as Cultural Hubs: Preserving History and Promoting Diversity April 10-12, 2024 Jenny Wiley State Resort Park, Prestonsburg, KY
Registration is now open for the KACRL/KY SLA Joint Spring Conference. There are a few days left to submit a proposal! All details can be found here: sites.google.com/view/klajoin... #KyReads #KyLibraries
