#NJLibchat Archive | Participate

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #NJLibChat for librarians & media specialists! I'll be moderating.Our comoderator tonite is @stony12270 https://t.co/YwxbuWIeiX

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Tonight's #NJLibChat discusses End-of-Year Reflections for Librarians. Questions start in a few minutes! Introduce yourself!

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Thanks for inviting me @kristawelz! So ready to learn with our #njlibchat friends!

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Please answer the questions (Q1, Q2 ...) starting with A1, A2 ... and your response. End your answer with the #NJLibChat hashtag! :)

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello, Angie elementary media specialist from NC. #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@stony12270 Hi Stony! Thank you so much for being a part of #NJLibChat tonight!

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

I'm Stony, a TL at Lakeside High in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Good evening to all in #njlibchat!

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 Angie! Always good to see you! #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 Angie, so glad to have you here tonight! #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi! Thanks for the reminder @kristawelz! Lisa- elem TL from PA. 3 days left! #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

I am a Media Specialist in an NJ High School. I like to teach Prof Dev to teachers & I am a Google Certified Trainer #NJLibchat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi #njlibchat - Marifran, HS librarian in NY

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@LWeiss10 yesssss! We still have a few more weeks left in NJ! #NJLibChat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hello! Marcia from MD. Will be in and out due to my location #njlibchat 😉 https://t.co/upszcu418u

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@abookforfrances It's the Lil' Marifran with the curls! Yipee! #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@LWeiss10 Hi Lisa! 3 days will fly! Thanks for coming to #NJLibChat, friend!

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@kristawelz - yes - this is early even for us. I grew up in NY and we went until end of June most years! #njlibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@abookforfrances Marifran! So glad to see you on #NJLibChat!

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@stony12270 excited to be here! Such a busy past few weeks - missing my chats!! #njlibchat

RondaGambleLMS Jun 7 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Ronda Gamble MS librarian from Alabama. I will be in and out. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@BooksBytesBlog Whoa! Nice! Thanks for your dropping in! You are a great librarian! Combining sports with what you love! Ha! #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@BooksBytesBlog Marcia! Glad you can visit us! Have fun at the game!! #NJLibChat

kmlibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hi all, I'm Kellie from Nebraska. Middle School librarian. #njlibchat

BenderLibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hi, Melinda an elementary librarian from Pennsylvania. #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@stony12270 Glad I can be here. #NJLibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@RondaGambleLMS Ronda, hello! I've always wanted to visit Sweet Home Alabama! #NJLibChat But, alas - a Jersey Girl <3

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hello all! I'm aPreK-5 librarian joining from KS. #njlibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@RondaGambleLMS Hello Ronda! Glad you are here with us in #NJLibChat!

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@stony12270 Fancy meeting you here, sir! #NJlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: Name one thing you truly learned about your library profession this year? #NJLibChat https://t.co/1jf0WgYb4q

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@kristawelz Thank you. I learn so much from these chats. #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS Hi Audra! I remember my days with the preK kiddies reading them stories! You must have the MOST fun! #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Love that #njlibchat gets TLs from all over!!

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Lynn, Teacher Librarian in Iowa (living in Nebraska)! Was 2-5 grade last year, will be K-5 this next year! Excited for #NJLibChat!

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@kmlibrarian So glad you are here, Kellie! Hope all is well in Nebraska! Do you know @THLibrariZen ? #NJLibChat

ventura_omaha Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Ed Ventura @OmahaPubSchool Omaha NE 1st time school librarian this fall #NJLibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen Hi Lynn! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@ventura_omaha @OmahaPubSchool Hi Ed! This is the first time we meet! So happy you could join us! #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@BenderLibrarian Hey, Melinda! Hope all is great in PA! Thanks for being here, friend! #NJLibChat

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Jess, Teacher Librarian, Alliston, ON, Canada #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS Audra, we are glad to see you in #NJLibChat!

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@LongthorneJess Hi Jess! Nice meeting you! I have always wanted to visit Canada! I love cold weather :) #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen Hello my friend! Very good to see you here! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Always stay relevant & up-to-date in your Field. Constantly seek knowledge and PD. Make yourself indispensable. #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS Perfect name for a LMS! Had a student w/ last name Storey - I told her she had to become a T or writer! #njlibchat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 There are so many ways to reach all of our patrons and stakeholders that you just have to be willing to go that extra mile. #njlibchat

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Everything! It was my first year. I realized that I can't do it all, but what I do better be QUALITY. #njlibchat https://t.co/r3uRIImjQg

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: Name one thing you truly learned about your library profession this year? #NJLibChat https://t.co/1jf0WgYb4q

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@ventura_omaha So glad to see you Edward! Hope you are well, friend! #NJLibChat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: I learned that the library community is strong and supportive. Felt like I could reach out for advice/answers. #islandnomore #njlibchat

ventura_omaha Jun 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 3/4's of way thru @UNOmaha library science & grateful for instructors but most importantly mentors giving me advice #NJLibchat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: I discovered that a supportive administrator really can make a big difference in the success of a library program #njlibchat

RondaGambleLMS Jun 7 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: How flexible our profession truly is in order to adapt to the needs of our stakeholders. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@bookgirl614 Ok Bibi! <3 #NJLibChat Tell the girls I said hello!

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 Our job description is constantly changing we must be able to go with the flow. #njlibchat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS Conrats on your first year! #njlibchat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: (p1) wow- so much. 1st yr as TL in school where I'd taught forever. #njlibchat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@stony12270 Couldn't miss a chance to learn with some of my favorite people! Hope all is well with you! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS Yes, sometimes you might feel like you're being pulled in all directions. But, everything always works out. #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: There is such power in collaboration! Countless ways to build our PLNs and learn together for Ss and Ts! #njlibchat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@abookforfrances That is so true. I am fortunate to work with one of the best administrators. #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@BooksBytesBlog Excellent answer. We've got each other #NJLibChat

BenderLibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: I feel this year I learned how positive and influential the library can be to students is based on your energy. #NJLibChat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: One thing I've learned: Connections are EVERYTHING! Being a connected TL has made me better & created opps for my Students! #NJLibChat

GalloReads Jun 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@kristawelz we need to get every school with a certified media specialist again #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@ventura_omaha @UNOmaha If you ever need help with anything, you can always ask you PLN #NJLibChat :)

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

So true! Embrace change! Powerful, Angie! #NJLibChat https://t.co/NXiTPrHu3N

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 Our job description is constantly changing we must be able to go with the flow. #njlibchat

kmlibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 It will be different every year #njlibchat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@stony12270 didn’t see this while I was typing similar answer! #njlibchat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@stony12270 Yes!! Twitter has helped me improve as media specialist this year!! So many great ideas. #njlibchat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Yes! Our profession is evolving! It's such an amazing time to be a teacher librarian! Must grow to serve! #NJLibChat https://t.co/RqjUesPvzG

RondaGambleLMS Jun 7 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: How flexible our profession truly is in order to adapt to the needs of our stakeholders. #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen agreed! Grown so much as an educator, PD(er?) and learner through my own learning this year! #njlibchat

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: Things are constantly changing and moving forward! I learn something new from Ss everyday! #NJLibChat https://t.co/yxsIlPeQaD

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@LWeiss10 did the transition go smoothly? #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Yes! We can be change agents for our entire school! Love it, Melinda! #NJLibChat https://t.co/b5HKKGNc2f

BenderLibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: I feel this year I learned how positive and influential the library can be to students is based on your energy. #NJLibChat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@stony12270 the expertise of 1000s at your fingertips - and everyone so generously shares their individual talents #plan #njlibchat

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Ss continue to amaze and inspire me! #NJLibChat https://t.co/bWl5HLHMuu

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@kristawelz very! I was a TL at a different school for 2 years and got to come “home” this year. That time helped all around. #njlibchat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Absolutely true! But that's why it's so awesome!@kmlibrarian #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q2: What are the things you’ve wondered about throughout the year as a librarian, but have never asked? #NJLibChat https://t.co/oIBDsomiJf

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1: Learn power of going to Ts instead of waiting 4 them to come to me. They are willing to collaborate just need time to meet. #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@BenderLibrarian yes, and ur attitude, as well. People really feed off of our energies &we often wear our emotions on our sleeves #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Twitter has changed my life for the better through countless connections! PLN 💪 #NJLibChat https://t.co/YKalfxub9V

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@stony12270 Yes!! Twitter has helped me improve as media specialist this year!! So many great ideas. #njlibchat

emcnair1 Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1: This year I've learned how truly innovative librarians can be!! So many in our district are taking leadership roles 😊 #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@kmlibrarian I think as working in education, we all expect change every year. We get anxious over it. But it benefits us well. #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

This! #NJLibChat https://t.co/3toxH78SKT

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@stony12270 the expertise of 1000s at your fingertips - and everyone so generously shares their individual talents #plan #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: How do teachers & students really see US? What are their real thoughts? I wonder about this everyday ... #NJLibChat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: is anyone as lax as I am about cataloging? Probably not... #njlibchat https://t.co/MNuqoJgmm9

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q2: What are the things you’ve wondered about throughout the year as a librarian, but have never asked? #NJLibChat https://t.co/oIBDsomiJf

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@emcnair1 I am glad that is happening! :) #NJLibChat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: I ask my PLN everything! In addition to Twitter, love my @voxer conversations! But I'm always curious about schedules! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@abookforfrances Ha! It's not for all! #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: am I reaching all (most?) of my Ss? And How does everyone fit "it all" in?! #njlibchat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2b: And #makerspaces for elementary libraries in a flex situation. I'm going flex next year & concerned about services! #NJLibChat

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: How much time is enough for a quality lesson without asking for too much time? #NJLibChat https://t.co/4tXAOo2Vsx

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q2: What are the things you’ve wondered about throughout the year as a librarian, but have never asked? #NJLibChat https://t.co/oIBDsomiJf

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: What do teachers view as the most valuable use of time in the library? #njlibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Is anyone else having trouble keeping up with the latest YA Fiction & tech trends simultaneously? 😁😳The struggle is real! #njlibchat

RondaGambleLMS Jun 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: How can I get more involved outside of my school? #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@kristawelz yes! I feel like some lessons/units went on too long - others could have been way longer! #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS We often deal with this because our time is so short with Ss. #NJLibChat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@kristawelz it's like dusting under furniture: I know I should do a better job but since nobody else sees it... #lowpriority #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@LWeiss10 You can read about teaching & learning all you want online & in journals. But true experience comes from teaching. #NJLibChat

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Things keep changing and we have to keep up... that's why Twitter is great! #NJLibChat https://t.co/J1eTz6JTp2

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Is anyone else having trouble keeping up with the latest YA Fiction & tech trends simultaneously? 😁😳The struggle is real! #njlibchat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Yes! How can we help others understand what TLs do? How do we help articulate & advocate for our roles? #NJLibChat https://t.co/e44wokQjaZ

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: How do teachers & students really see US? What are their real thoughts? I wonder about this everyday ... #NJLibChat

SPFTech_Treglia Jun 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@mshirschhorn @SPFHSLibrary - Do you participate in #NJLibChat ?

butterfli820 Jun 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@kristawelz @theReedingLMS I'm on a fixed schedule. I see Ss once per week for 30 mins unless their teacher signs up for extra. #njlibchat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@stony12270 I keep waiting for the 8 extra hours I kindly requested to appear in my day #nosuchluck #njlibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS yes! So thankful for my PLN! #NJLibChat

ventura_omaha Jun 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2 How can I win the support of the staff to see the importance of the school library? #NJLibchat

BenderLibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: Well I am always so student centered & maybe this year I should have focused on the teachers & what more I could do for them. #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen agreed! I’ve been trying to push the positive PR and get others to do so with me! #njlibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@abookforfrances lol same here, friend! #NJLibChat

kmlibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2 Why does the universe send a teacher in during the only 5 minutes I have nobody in to say "It's so quiet in here!" every week? #njlibchat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@RondaGambleLMS Twitter and seeking out opportunities to present at conferences are all great ways. #njlibchat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@stony12270 It's nice to know others struggle with this. I switch back and forth. So many things to do, so little time. #njlibchat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

.@abookforfrances I will ALWAYS place students & teachers before the books! But it sometimes creates a pile of work for me! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: What fulfilling project, assignment, or goal did you complete this year? #NJLibChat https://t.co/ClvUb6cfMk

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@abookforfrances @stony12270 right? I’d like about 1 -2 more weeks w/ Ss to really get wrapped up! #njlibchat

butterfli820 Jun 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@abookforfrances I'm with you. Too many other things have priority. :) #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@BenderLibrarian that's an easy balance. You can do it. #NJLibChat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A2c: And assessments . . . How do we "assess" what we do in the library? And is it necessary? #NJLibChat

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Implemented a library #Makerspace this year! #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@kmlibrarian Love this and so understand it. This year the one time I sit at my desk to check emails or catalog books Ts walk in. #njlibchat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@ventura_omaha You have to be a bit of a salesman that's for sure. Advocate advocate advocate! #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@kmlibrarian LOL that happens to me all the time! Haha! #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Our first international mystery hangout with @Elizabethutch on the Island of Alderney! https://t.co/T2EQP9msyJ #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 You will go far, Angie. I know it :) #NJLibChat

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: Creating new school wide programs to celebrate literacy and creativity. Next year MAKERSPACE! #NJLibChat https://t.co/MahI8Ax1h6

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: What fulfilling project, assignment, or goal did you complete this year? #NJLibChat https://t.co/ClvUb6cfMk

BenderLibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: Started a MakerSpace and tried coding with Ss. #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Omg... This happens to me too 😆 #NJLibChat https://t.co/lMT79oa7Lj

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@kmlibrarian Love this and so understand it. This year the one time I sit at my desk to check emails or catalog books Ts walk in. #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: I got to collaborate with @mrnavas & @bookgirl614 and form #EdcampUrban - a free PD organization for Hudson County educators. #NJLibChat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: Converted my office into a Makerspace. By the end of the year some teachers were actually starting to send kids down to it. #njlibchat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen What I do is use exit notes or Kahoot activities with review questions about research or internet safety. #njlibchat

butterfli820 Jun 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen @kristawelz We are going to do a lot of promoting next year. :) #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen keep a portfolio. #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: Collaboration again. Came in w goal of working together on projects w Ts, "pushing in" and helping Ts learn too. #njlibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3 Our first international mystery hangout with @Elizabethutch on the Island of Alderney! https://t.co/T2EQP9msyJ #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@kristawelz Couldn't do it alone. I have a great online and district wide PLN. Not to mention wonderful professors. Thank you. #njlibchat

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: Engaged in a mystery Google Hangout as part of @scdsbreadaloud project #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@BenderLibrarian bet your Ss loved it! #NJLibChat

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@stony12270 @Elizabethutch I'm intrigued! Tell me more. :) #NJLibChat

RondaGambleLMS Jun 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: Started makerspaces and so encouraged to add to that and step it up a notch. The kids really responded to it. #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@RondaGambleLMS After first one you'll be okay. I presented last year and it was so much fun. I applied to present again this yr. #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Need a reminder for the next #NJLibChat? Sign up for text message notifications! #librarylife #njed #tlchat https://t.co/mO4Z4xilhS

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: Participated in a writer in residence program with Canadian author @BrouwerSigmund! #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3 This year was amazing for me. I would have to say my parent afternoon reading sessions was my biggest accomplishment though. #njlibchat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: So many connection & creation projects! Favs: #GeniusHour projects, @DoInkTweets recordings & the book promotion projects! #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS @Elizabethutch I'll share some blog posts with you. Our Ss loved this! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@RondaGambleLMS What is your favorite object to tinker with? #NJLibChat

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Proof we will do ANYTHING for our students. Who needs an office when you can have a Makerspace. Rock on! #NJLibChat https://t.co/XVQTkTCSjP

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: Converted my office into a Makerspace. By the end of the year some teachers were actually starting to send kids down to it. #njlibchat

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A2: How I am going to get the piles of books catalogued! #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3 Other things: makerspace, getting article published, presenting at a conference, doing my first @breakoutEDU lesson. #njlibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@LongthorneJess @BrouwerSigmund this sounds awesome, Jess! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@LongthorneJess Can you close for a few days at the beginning of the year to setup? #NJLibChat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:33 PM EDT

With all the #maker talk, must mention opp coming up in July @ShannonMersand @ladybug527 #NJLibChat https://t.co/Ka3rICrJLY

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 @breakoutEDU all important steps in gaining such a leadership status :) #NJLibChat Excellent job well done!

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@LongthorneJess Understand completely. I resolved to do that this summer. #njlibchat I told my principal expect to see me at least once a/wk

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 You go, girl! I'm interested in trying @breakoutEDU too. Do you have a reflection blog of that or anything? #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q4: When were you the most busy during the year? Why? #NJLibChat https://t.co/1iIyalmTfU

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3b: Some examples shown here: https://t.co/gPbUUsWKBk & https://t.co/npaazNoyjh #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS @breakoutEDU Yes, here is my blog: https://t.co/PAVzEKN44T #njlibchat

kmlibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3 My Library Advertising Club created a vlog to replace our newsletter. #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@RondaGambleLMS the coding Legos should be a big hit #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@kmlibrarian what's your library website? #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4:-spring! Guest author visit, Reading Olympics, poetry month, children's book week, PSLA conf...poorly timed! #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: Def during PARCC - either in helping training teachers OR serving as a TestAdmin. It wasn't as long as I expected though :) #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4 I think it was from the end of Feb to the end of March. Book Fair, Read Across America week, and then Women's History Museum. #NJLIBchat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 @LongthorneJess I go in everyWednesday in July to get work done, do book exchange for Ss, stay in the zone #njlibchat

RondaGambleLMS Jun 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: End of the year is always crazy for me with closing things out, testing, and kids finishing up projects. #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: 1st of the year & end of the year. Textbooks 😳 #njlibchat https://t.co/QaU7coZ30m

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: It's pretty steady all year. The only "down" time I had was during P/T conference weeks. Serving 900 Ss keeps me hoppin'! #NJLibChat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: May! Ss finishing research and many many presentation days! Love that I get to witness/evaluate live presentations! #njlibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Love this idea! #NJLibChat https://t.co/bikwJ95cvU

kmlibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3 My Library Advertising Club created a vlog to replace our newsletter. #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Download your own Animated Book Covers Slideshow! MUST give credit! https://t.co/1xlBfdPp7L #NJLibChat #gafechat https://t.co/bWWb7Z6cCT

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@abookforfrances Is that optional? Do you go in voluntarily? #NJLibChat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4: for first time managed to keep things pretty steadily chaotic this year (or at least that's what I remember in the aftermath) #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@BooksBytesBlog I love viewing those too! Makes my day! #NJLibChat

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4: Beginning of year & right after spring break to end of the year. Really all year, who am I kidding! #NJLibChat https://t.co/ioBjVoZ0Bf

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q4: When were you the most busy during the year? Why? #NJLibChat https://t.co/1iIyalmTfU

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4: Steady all year with author visits, book fairs, inquiry projects, Makerspace, workshops and conferences #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4 The end of the yr is extremely busy getting reports and inventory finished while still helping teachers get things turned in. #njlibchat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@kristawelz keeps me sane - tried not to do it one summer and had fever dreams about bins of vendor catalogs collapsing on me #njlibchat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Gotta duck out a little early, but enjoyed the amazing ideas shared on #NJLibChat tonight! Feel free to join us for #mwlibchat next week!

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen Thank you! #NJLibChat

BenderLibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: This spring with preparing my Reading Olympics team for competition. Had several parties and baked lots of goodies! #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@theReedingLMS Being a TL is like being an air traffic controller! 😳 lol #NJLibChat https://t.co/5YsnvvBa9M

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@BenderLibrarian Sounds like fun! Do you have photos? #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q5: "If I could improve one thing in my library profession next year, I would improve ________." #NJLibChat https://t.co/RAvR8130bJ

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen Its always good to see ya!!! #NJLibChat

THLibrariZen Jun 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@kristawelz Absolutely! I love your #NJLibChat! And add in time spent with my dear friend @stony1227, no way I could stay away!!

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@LongthorneJess @AMitchell828 we do a careful dance, me & the custodians - they're very patient w the wacky librarian #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Q5: timing. Now I have a better sense of when Ts do (and need) stuff. Will be easier to plan for and around. #njlibchat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5 Time management. I need to work on making sure the lessons and plans will fit within the schedule. #njlibchat

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Documenting Ss work during #Makerspace activities #NJLibChat

BenderLibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#NJLibChat https://t.co/OC6XdZyaUd

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Try to be less distracted and focused. I do my best work @ home where it is quiet, but need to get it done more at work. #NJLibChat

RondaGambleLMS Jun 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Locally, I would love to be able to connect with my fellow librarians more. We don't get to meet and share a lot. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen likewise :) #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Duh- meant A5 not Q5! Also should work on organization!! #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@abookforfrances @LongthorneJess @AMitchell828 thanks for sharing, my dear! hahah #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 I always have that same problem - structure and timing. #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: I would encourage TLs to tell the stories of how they make a difference from the school library! Blog, Tweet, FB! Blow it up! #njlibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I struggle with this too. #NJLibChat https://t.co/Lbz7qYSfJL

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Try to be less distracted and focused. I do my best work @ home where it is quiet, but need to get it done more at work. #NJLibChat

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5: Scheduling. Hoping to spend more time working with & learning from Ss! Make learning more meaningful for Ss #geniushour #NJLibChat

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A1: Cohesiveness of units to spiralize. Use more of centered library approach because the kids love it! #NJLibChat https://t.co/LHqJJIZTlh

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q5: "If I could improve one thing in my library profession next year, I would improve ________." #NJLibChat https://t.co/RAvR8130bJ

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@kristawelz Only seeing the students every other week for lesson makes the lessons sometimes stretch out too long. #NJlibchat

BenderLibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: To become more involved professionally. I am working on it and looking for opportunities. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 do they get bored with it? #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@BenderLibrarian how can you become more involved? #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:51 PM EDT

ooh that too, @BenderLibrarian! #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q6: Name (or tag) a person(s) who has/have helped mentor you throughout the year. Tell them "Thank You! #NJLibChat https://t.co/Lm04DcNraS

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6: Thanks to @TraceyCarayol for helping be become an #MIEExpert this year! #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 can you do some blended learning? #blendedlearning Post online and assign somethings online via Google Classroom? #NJLibChat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6: Thanks to @THLibrariZen for getting me on @voxer and collaborating w me! #njlibchat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@kristawelz So lucky that my Ts view me as a partner in all parts of the research process! #lucky #njlibchat

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6: amazing Ts led by @ski626 challenged me to push my #library game to the next level #TeamPVHS #NJLibChat https://t.co/ujbmdKDsa1

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q6: Name (or tag) a person(s) who has/have helped mentor you throughout the year. Tell them "Thank You! #NJLibChat https://t.co/Lm04DcNraS

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6: ALL OF YOU! You made #NJLibChat what it is today! Thank YOU! And @shannonmmiller for nominating me to serve on the @MackinTYSL Board!

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6: too many to mention! My CR TLs- @rocket_116 for getting me involved in Twitter! My PLNs and chats like #njlibchat, #satchat !

ventura_omaha Jun 7 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6 Thank you to @stony12270 @CynthiaStogdill and @THLibrariZen #NJLibchat

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: Thanks to @Elizabethutch for being our first International connection for Ss & Ts in the library! 🇬🇧🇺🇸 with more to come!! #njlibchat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6 Wow where do I start? #Njlibchat #tlchat @RCSSMediaTech @kristawelz @lieberrian @lisuncg #teacherfriends #ditchbook

theReedingLMS Jun 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: My library team, Mentor-Trish, @herronfive for constant support & @PrincipalPaul for believing in me! #NJLibChat https://t.co/iKL2nUgNe6

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q6: Name (or tag) a person(s) who has/have helped mentor you throughout the year. Tell them "Thank You! #NJLibChat https://t.co/Lm04DcNraS

stony12270 Jun 7 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@ventura_omaha @CynthiaStogdill @THLibrariZen Thank YOU, friend! 👍 #NJLibChat

LongthorneJess Jun 7 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: A HUGE thx to my #scdsb peeps @mjtlbarrie @marciduncan & @szwildcat for their help this year! #NJLibChat #librarylife #Minecraft #STEAM

RondaGambleLMS Jun 7 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: So many! Several fellow Tweeters, Alabama Technology in Motion, and my district librarians. #NJLibChat

LWeiss10 Jun 7 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: and @jenniferlagarde for her awesome Twitter expertise for my PD! #njlibchat https://t.co/isvj9dhNnl

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q6: Name (or tag) a person(s) who has/have helped mentor you throughout the year. Tell them "Thank You! #NJLibChat https://t.co/Lm04DcNraS

abookforfrances Jun 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: @jane_librarian encouraged me to participate in lrger convos abt #libraries & I'm forever grateful #NJLibChat https://t.co/ujbmdKDsa1

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q6: Name (or tag) a person(s) who has/have helped mentor you throughout the year. Tell them "Thank You! #NJLibChat https://t.co/Lm04DcNraS

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6 My entire team of media specialist I work with and the teachers and administrators at my school. #njlibchat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#njlibchat #txeduchat #fledchat communities!!

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 Thank you , Angie. I am honored. #NJLibChat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A5: Coding! #njlibchat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6 I can't forget @PaulSolarz for letting me moderate my first twitter chat on #5thchat. #njlibchat

BooksBytesBlog Jun 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks to all for a great chat! #njlibchat

BenderLibrarian Jun 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A6: Naomi Bates @yabooksandmore is a great inspiration to me. She full of energy and creative ideas. What I strive for.#NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@BooksBytesBlog thanks for joining us! #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Jun 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@kristawelz You are very welcome. #NJlibchat