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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Chat is about to begin! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #mslibchat, the chat for all things middle school library! Please introduce yourself, tell us where you are from. Q1 coming soon!

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hi! Laura Gardner from DMS in Dartmouth, MA and a co-facilitator of #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Mary from San Diego, serving 2000 6-8 students and 130 staff. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Welcome! Wow that's a lot of Ss! #mslibchat https://t.co/VenXA44h75

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Mary from San Diego, serving 2000 6-8 students and 130 staff. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Lol--I just welcomed a fellow moderator... 😉 #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT

It is, especially since a new K-8 opened last week! Next year our numbers go down--a bit! #mslibchat

jsuzich Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Jackie from Rockville, MD, substitute teacher and MLIS student. Want to learn as much as I can. Will finish program spring 2017 #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi, Jackie and welcome to the chat! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome, Jackie! Glad you are here! #mslibchat https://t.co/4tM6CM46eM

jsuzich Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Jackie from Rockville, MD, substitute teacher and MLIS student. Want to learn as much as I can. Will finish program spring 2017 #mslibchat

LibrarianLister Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi #mslibchat! I'm a former (but always) MS librarian in PA now FT teacher-librarian consultant w/ @MackinVIA

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT

We will use Q1, A1 format for tonight's chat. All resources are available in Participate Learning. Q1 in 2 minutes. #mslibchat

rahrahread Sep 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello! Angela from Albuquerque, NM.I work with ~1500 6-8 students and 150 staff. #mslibchat

vacampbell13 Sep 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Victoria, MS librarian in Nebraska. #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@LibrarianLister, you're always welcome here! And congrats on the new job! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi @LibrarianLister ! Love @mackin and @mackinvia #mslibchat https://t.co/JfEP3Kw4rE

LibrarianLister Sep 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi #mslibchat! I'm a former (but always) MS librarian in PA now FT teacher-librarian consultant w/ @MackinVIA

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Welcome! https://t.co/wvoGOY3wep are here! #mslibchat https://t.co/CxcSlD3uee

vacampbell13 Sep 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Victoria, MS librarian in Nebraska. #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@rahrahread Welcome, Angela. Sounds like we're in the same very large boat with number of Ss! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#mslibchat https://t.co/BWAq2xp7PK

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Lots of rest the week before and knowing I get to see my fave people...the Ss! Also having S volunteers get the lib ready #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: I try to start strong by accepting constant interruptions--they only mean what I do is essential! #mslibchat

WestBroadwaylib Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hello! Maria Morin from Rhode Island & West Broadway MS #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@rahrahread Smaller was the plan for us, too, but didn't seem to work:) #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Yes! I constantly remind myself that the people come first...relationships matter! #mslibchat https://t.co/C8m4gx6L0o

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: I try to start strong by accepting constant interruptions--they only mean what I do is essential! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Welcome, Maria! #mslibchat https://t.co/wCoL4NL4sD

WestBroadwaylib Sep 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hello! Maria Morin from Rhode Island & West Broadway MS #mslibchat

vacampbell13 Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Supportive admin & colleagues, a wonderful para, my love for what I do have helped me start the year strong. #mslibchat

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hi, Amy from Alvin, TX. Serve approx. 825 6-8 graders #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Focusing on the top 2 or 3 priorities and letting other things go. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Welcome, Amy! So glad you're here! #mslibchat https://t.co/RJykOuZRKq

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hi, Amy from Alvin, TX. Serve approx. 825 6-8 graders #mslibchat

LibrarianLister Sep 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Having a plan! Set *realistic* goals and timelines. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Yes! Let things go and know what matters most! #mslibchat https://t.co/z55woxEdsE

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Focusing on the top 2 or 3 priorities and letting other things go. #mslibchat

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: I have a new (wonderfully supportive) principal who is backing all my decisions. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Q2 in 1 minute! #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@ALouthan I've been very lucky with supportive admins my entire career. I've heard horror stories, so I know it's important! #mslibchat

KHMSLibrary Sep 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Jenn St. Michel Seekonk MA A1. Planning during the summer - being ready to go! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Also keeping my exercise routine going so I feel strong #mslibchat

mrsmduke Sep 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hi, #mslibchat! Late due to bedtime, of course. Marie from MN 6-12 arts school!

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#mslibchat https://t.co/yggpmonaAS

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Good evening! Emmy Fiala - Media Specialist for the #aurorahuskies in NE! #MSLibChat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@mrsmduke Welcome, Marie! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Welcome! #mslibchat https://t.co/ZEdZlxL1J1

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Good evening! Emmy Fiala - Media Specialist for the #aurorahuskies in NE! #MSLibChat

mrsmduke Sep 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: we start tomorrow! Am confident will be strong because is the strongest staff/team I've ever had the pleasure to work with. #MSLibChat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: Biggest challenge this year is uncertainty of remodel timeframe. Setting up, not knowing if it’s 3 weeks or 3 months away. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Nice to see anther #MSLA librarian here! Welcome!!! #mslibchat https://t.co/f3WcLzRvIE

KHMSLibrary Sep 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Jenn St. Michel Seekonk MA A1. Planning during the summer - being ready to go! #mslibchat

LibrarianLister Sep 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1(2) accept that despite pinning 8,000 things this summer, getting to 2 of them is just swell. #mslibchat

WestBroadwaylib Sep 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Ss begin tmw in Providence, RI. Setting up routines & building relationships w/Ss will be key to a GREAT start. #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT

@LibrarianLister So true! #mslibchat

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: I have the help of 3 paraprofessionals throughout the day; none really planned on helping in the lib. Training them & Ss #mslibchat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: Being organized, lots of good help & super excited Ss! #MSLibChat

mrsmduke Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: new school, new position (1st lib. job!), new space, new para, new new new!!! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: I have a new asst librarian and I need to teach her everything! Good problem to have. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: Starting a new position in a new district has been a challenge #mslibchat

KHMSLibrary Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2. New tech this year = more coordination from lib. So many parts to make it all work seamlessly. Glad to have it though! #mslibchat

mrsmduke Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2.2: Also, need to learnt o balance. What can i juggle, and what do I need to say no to? #MSLibChat

vacampbell13 Sep 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: my biggest challenge is the move from a HS library to MS & trying to read more MS literature. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Good luck! New is fun but also stressful! #mslibchat https://t.co/4C05h8Zpue

mrsmduke Sep 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: new school, new position (1st lib. job!), new space, new para, new new new!!! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@mrsmduke yes! The neverending balance battle. #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@vacampbell13 It can be hard to find that MS v HS literature line. Sometimes it comes down to one sentence:/ #mslibchat

mrsmduke Sep 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@LibrarianMsG unpacking and cataloguing and entire library is a LOT! #MSLibChat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q3 in 1 minute #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I love MS lit but I still read HS, too... They are both so wonderful! Lots of emotional MS novels... #mslibchat https://t.co/ANLYVguh0g

vacampbell13 Sep 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: my biggest challenge is the move from a HS library to MS & trying to read more MS literature. #mslibchat

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@vacampbell13 I moved from ELEM to ms last year & still "catching up" my reading! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Omg I'm sure! #mslibchat https://t.co/6hb97Z1ly0

mrsmduke Sep 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@LibrarianMsG unpacking and cataloguing and entire library is a LOT! #MSLibChat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@vacampbell13 me too, it's a struggle for me because I love YA #mslibchat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: Making sure 700+ Ss have devices checked out & the appropriate paperwork turned in. Can't wait 2 order new books, though! #MSLibChat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@emmy_fiala Ordering new books is one of my fav parts of the job! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#mslibchat https://t.co/qL2DB4Y4U6

LibrarianLister Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: I'm not sure which is harder for me, not teaching in the #makerspace or not being able to make myself in the makerspace #mslibchat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@SEMSLibraryLady How exciting though?! #MSLibChat #excitedlibrariansquee

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3: I try to focus on their check-outs to imprint them in my memory. Lots of Qs about elem school, what they’ve read, liked, etc. #mslibchat

emstolar Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Hi #mslibchat! I'm Ellen, a MS Librarian from PA

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@emmy_fiala And never enough money! So many good books for MS these days! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A3: I plan to take pics of all 250+ new 6th gr Ss during LSkills this next week and learn names! New goal for this yr #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A3: a real challenge since I only see them for 20 mins! #mslibchat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@mrsmduke Congrats! #MSLibChat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@emstolar , welcome Ellen! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@LibrarianMsG love this!!! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@emstolar hi, Ellen! Thanks for joining! #mslibchat

mrsmduke Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A3: Meeting them tmw! On alternate schedule week 1, so I am teaching some "literary arts" classes and "hiring" student workers #mslibchat

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A3: coding club, First Chapter Fridays/book clubs (lunch) start this month. Lots of good convos w/Ss #mslibchat

emstolar Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: I struggle with keeping my "professional center." I worry about my passion fading and getting lost in the daytoday #mslibchat

WestBroadwaylib Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@ALouthan @vacampbell13 I also moved from Elementary to MS. I'm tackling as many books as I can. #MSLibChat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@vacampbell13 I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE MS lit! Congrats on your move! #MSLibChat

vacampbell13 Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A3: the reading Ts bring students in weekly or every other week, and I'm paying attention to what the Ss ask me to help them find #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@emstolar Yay! Another PA librarian! Welcome! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A3: lunch bunch book club starts next week and my 65 library assts are trickling in bit by bit 😄😄 #mslibchat

rahrahread Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3: Informal face time is essential- mornings, lunches, anytime where they get to share a bit of themselves, not just school #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@LibrarianMsG 65? Do you have training sessions they must attend? #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Yes! Those in between times are awesome for getting to know kids! #mslibchat https://t.co/joIwVkaRcU

rahrahread Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3: Informal face time is essential- mornings, lunches, anytime where they get to share a bit of themselves, not just school #mslibchat

KHMSLibrary Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Q3. Get to know new by learning names, interests, helping find books to match. Proud to know my Ss well. #MSLibChat

cciofolo Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3 Meeting new students tomorrow. With 1100 and no regular classes, it is a real challenge #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@SEMSLibraryLady many are returning helpers and I have them train each other #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@rahrahread That's when I've been getting to know my new Ss. 7 -8 before school! #mslibchat

amyklineGB Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Hi! Amy Kline from a 4K-8 in Green Bay, WI #MSLibChat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@ALouthan I want to hear more about First Chapter Fridays! #mslibchat

emstolar Sep 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3: as much as we hate lunch duty, it's a great time to get to know students #MSLibChat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q4 in 1 minute! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@amyklineGB welcome! #mslibchat

WestBroadwaylib Sep 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I'm still building our MS library. Not much funding but lots of donations and several grants so far! Cataloging 1 by 1 too.#mslibchat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3: I meet with every class at the beginning of the school year; Also - device check out helps me meet new Ss b4 school starts. #MSLibChat

amyklineGB Sep 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2-Biggest challenge is multitasking to get every teacher and student going with tech, plus get the library routines started. #MSLibChat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#mslibchat https://t.co/Ea7IO1Cze3

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT

What's your fave? I love sad realistic... Four Mile by Watt Key, Small as an Elephant, George by Gino... #mslibchat https://t.co/W9UW4AzXrA

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@vacampbell13 I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE MS lit! Congrats on your move! #MSLibChat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I start orientation visits tomorrow. Takes a month to see every language arts class:) #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@amyklineGB Welcome Amy! #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A4: Even though it’s hard in first weeks, I get out of the library & into staff lounge. Lots of new Ts this year! #mslibchat

rahrahread Sep 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A4: I utilize PLC and department meetings, rotating between all grades/depts. we also have a staff book club where we read MS lit #mslibchat

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@rchallway I choose a book, invite Ss (ask Ts for recommendations), read only 1st chapter; discuss, hang out #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A4: get to know new Ts w informal visits and offers to help; strong relationships w other Ts and starting book buffets this wk #mslibchat

cciofolo Sep 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A4 I take a lot of PD and meet them in classes. I also offer space in LMC to new teachers who don't have work space #mslibchat

mrsmduke Sep 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A4: We had a staff retreat b4 workshop. 3 days of comm. bldg, dancing, art-making, and theatre improving. #MSLibChat

KHMSLibrary Sep 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q4. Hold new T brown bag lunch in library - discuss library services, how I can help. Send suggested websites as needed. #MSLibChat

emstolar Sep 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I joke that I am a professional stalker! We have very few boundaries in my building. But that's why I love my teachers #MSLibChat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@rahrahread oh I love the staff book club idea! Stealing! #mslibchat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A4: I share w/ the new staff our district resources before the new school year begins; Offer to be available for ANY questions #MSLibChat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT

We do a staff book club w MS lit in the spring every yr! Love it! #mslibchat https://t.co/rtH8kmy1CT

rahrahread Sep 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A4: I utilize PLC and department meetings, rotating between all grades/depts. we also have a staff book club where we read MS lit #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@ALouthan is this during lunch? #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@mrsmduke sounds so fun! #creativePD #mslibchat

amyklineGB Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A4. Been there 16 years, but try to eat with different groups of teachers at school, and meet up with other LMS in district. #MSLibChat

vacampbell13 Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A4: I try to get out of the library & into the teachers' hub for lunch. Plan to attend my district's PLC meetings for fellow TLs. #mslibchat

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A4: catch them as they bring classes, catch them when they come to laminate, get calculators, print posters... #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@KHMSLibrary Yes! Awesome! #mslibchat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@LibrarianMsG Oh, my! Just one?! Orbitting Jupiter by Gary Schmidt #realtearjerker #MSLibChat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q5 in 1 minute! #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@emmy_fiala @LibrarianMsG I had more Ts than Ss read that one. Would make a great book club book! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT

OMG!!!!! Loved that one so much! I got to meet him 2 yrs ago... That's a contender for next summer rdg #mslibchat https://t.co/qa5vw0r5kc

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@LibrarianMsG Oh, my! Just one?! Orbitting Jupiter by Gary Schmidt #realtearjerker #MSLibChat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#mslibchat https://t.co/3Xnr7sBU4J

FeliciaNigro Sep 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@ALouthan what are First Chapter Fridays/ #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT

.@emmy_fiala @LibrarianMsG have you read Code of Honor by @AlanGratz? My Ss love it--so did I! #mslibchat

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A5: book talks, get to know my students #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@SEMSLibraryLady @emmy_fiala @AlanGratz yes! Loved code of honor! Prisoner B-3087 was great, too #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A5: Set up zones via @mrskmattson. Getting TedEd Club running! More on dig leadership, as Ss have dig citizen skills from elem. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT

We will be closing up #mslibchat at 9:30, but please continue using our hashtag throughout the month. Next scheduled chat 10/3 at 9 pm EST

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q5: get Makerspaces going, connect with teachers for projects, book clubs up and running #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5: get to know new 6th gr kids, read and book talk new books, train new lib asst/para #mslibchat

cciofolo Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A 5 Reorganizing MC into more active learning space #mslibchat

emstolar Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5: create a culture that has a dialogue about reading, empower students to take on projects in my museum and #makerspace, and...#MSLibChat

vacampbell13 Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5: getting to know the Ss, choosing great materials for the school, keeping it all together :-) #mslibchat

ALouthan Sep 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@FeliciaNigro I choose a book, invite Ss (ask Ts for recommendations), read only 1st chapter; discuss, hang out #mslibchat

rahrahread Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5: Engaging lessons w 7-8 that go beyond orientation (book Passos fun), collar with new staff, updating fiction w/limited budget #mslibchat

FeliciaNigro Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@WestBroadwaylib I was in Providence this summer for a great literacy conference. #mslibchat

KHMSLibrary Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4. Get new tech out to classrooms, and get Ss and Ts orientations scheduled. Also new Lib Acct format for Ss to match GAFE. #MSLibChat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@emstolar museum? #EarsPerk Do tell! #mslibchat

emstolar Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5:...and connect and assist my teachers with #edtech #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@LibrarianMsG @SEMSLibraryLady @emmy_fiala @AlanGratz Got to meet him at PSLA and present award with my students #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@SEMSLibraryLady @emstolar I want to know, too! #mslibchat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@LibrarianMsG @SEMSLibraryLady @AlanGratz That book won the #goldensower award in NE 2 years ago! #cool #MSLibChat

FeliciaNigro Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@ALouthan thanks. Sounds like a great idea. #MSLibChat

mrskmattson Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Join our #FutureReady librarians Facebook group! https://t.co/ESIylEwtyG #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT

This was great; love my library PLN! #mslibchat

amyklineGB Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5. Develop my new Makerspace, start National Boards cert., emphasize Dig Cit. more with students and teachers. #MSLibChat

emmy_fiala Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@SEMSLibraryLady @LibrarianMsG @AlanGratz #emmyreadthisbook! #MSLibChat

rchallway - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Thank you for joining us tonight! Hope to see you next month. Until then, keep tweeting with our hashtag! #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@mrskmattson You're here? I was just saying I'm stealing your zone idea once my remodel is done! #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I'm getting new entrance, standing laptop counters, reading nook and presentation space...sooner or later this year! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Can't say enough about Nat'l Boards! Just re-certified this year. #NBCTstrong #NBCT #mslibchat https://t.co/wGYHwajn54

amyklineGB Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5. Develop my new Makerspace, start National Boards cert., emphasize Dig Cit. more with students and teachers. #MSLibChat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Remember, with @participatelrn you have access to a transcript of this chat, links to resources mentioned, etc. #mslibchat

vacampbell13 Sep 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Thank you @rchallway & all of you for the chat! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Done! #MSLA #mslibchat https://t.co/wpYekIs4rk

mrskmattson Sep 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Join our #FutureReady librarians Facebook group! https://t.co/ESIylEwtyG #mslibchat

mrskmattson Sep 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@amyklineGB some #digcit ideas to think about... #MSLibChat https://t.co/Kp4vuMYcWE

KHMSLibrary Sep 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Thank you ! So many good ideas in such a short time! #MSLibChat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@KHMSLibrary I love the 30 minute format! #mslibchat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT

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amyklineGB Sep 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Thank you for a great chat! #MSLibChat

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

If you missed #mslibchat tonight, here's the link to the transcript: https://t.co/PQh5tG7DfS

SEMSLibraryLady - Moderator Sep 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

If you missed #mslibchat tonight, here's the link to the transcript: https://t.co/GLUEcavWiQ