Update!!! It Was A Good Year!

Librarians in East St. Louis school district 189 circulated book until the last day of school!  Our new grant total of books checked out my K-12 students in the district is....

Today's the last day of school and it's time to celebrate! - Eight Schools in school district 189 in East St. Louis, IL: 5 elementary, 2 middle and 1 high school - Libraries were re-opened in 2015 after previously being closed for 8 years - 1 Lead Librarian (certified), 3 certified librarians, 2 librarians in training, 2 para-professionals (we are still looking for certified librarians!) #NeverDoubtASchoolLibrarian #schoollibrary #schoollibrarians #librariestransform #librariesofinstagram #EastStLouis #estl_lmc

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New Opportunity...

East St. Louis, Illinois:  City of Champions

     July 2015, I was presented with an opportunity that I couldn't turn down:  Serving as a district librarian.  I interviewed for the position and was offered the opportunity to serve in a hybrid administration/high school position that began in August of 2015.

     

     It was difficult saying goodbye to a great group of Phillips students, teachers and community members.  The blessing is:  I still have a relationship with the students, in particular my Anime/Manga Club Members.   I am now the Lead Library Media Specialist for East St. Louis School District #189 in East St. Louis, Illinois.  Previous posts from Wendell Phillips Academy High School can still be viewed.  Those experiences were valuable and are precious memories.  

     I hope that you will follow me as I rebuild the high school library, support a great group of librarians and help integrate print/technology resources into the district.  Most importantly:  Getting kids excited about reading is what I'm committed to executing.   I'm excited about this opportunity and I hope you will follow me as I begin a new journey in school librarianship.

My New Home!