http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog The official blog of the American Association of School Librarians Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:34:12 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en In case you missed the post from AASL Executive Director Julie Walker that came through the AASL Forum last week, the school where I work, Buckhorn High in New Market, Alabama, was the featured cover story in the Nov. 4 edition of Education Week, "An Alabama High School Makes Literacy ... http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=809 Hundreds of school librarians returning from Charlotte were able to immediately harness the new knowledge and skills they gained at the 14th National Conference in a week dedicated to showcasing their exceptional work connectiong young people with books and other information resources. The Alabama Instructional Media Association , the AASL ... http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=775 I am still riding on a high after attending the AASL Conference in Charlotte. My most thoughts kept returning to the power of words and what a joy that I work in this profession. Dannah Boyd was phenomenal when she presented the importance of social networking to teens. ... http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=774 What is Celebrate Conference? Celebrate Conference: First-Timer’s Orientation Thursday, November 5, 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. Is this your first AASL National Conference? Are you a new AASL Member? This session is especially designed for new AASL members and first-time attendees to the AASL National Conference. AASL member-leaders and others will share helpful tips and ... http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=773 International bestselling author JAMES PATTERSON opens the AASL 2009 conference Friday, November 6, at 8:00 AM. Mr. Patterson has thrilled, chilled and romanced readers of all ages for over two decades. His MAXIMUM RIDE and DANIEL X books are teen favorites around the country and have been nominated for state ... http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=772 b there - Your Virtual Track Pass  Don't miss your chance to be a part of virtually the biggest event for school library media specialists outside of Charlotte.  You may also wish to earn up to 3.0 graduate credits while you "Rev up learning @ your library."  Explore b there today!   Registration levels designed to keep ... http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=770 *News Flash* Internationally acclaimed author, Linda Sue Park, is the recipient of this year’s Empire State Author Award—a New York state award celebrating a living author’s collective contribution to young adult and children’s literature. Linda Sue joins the distinguished ranks of past award winners, that include, Maurice Sendak (first time ... http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=769 "Over the past decade, we have seen a crisis of authenticity emerge. We now live in a world where anyone can publish an opinion or perspective, whether true or not, and have that opinion amplified within the information marketplace. At the same time, Americans have unprecedented access to the diverse ... http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=766 Lisa Layera Brunkan, one of the "Spokane Moms," recently gave the keynote speech at the SLJ Summit.  Here is a 4-minute YouTube video showing Lisa talking about advocacy and showcasing our students and library programs: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6ZyUDqbZf8 http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=762 Contact: Megan Humphrey Manager, Campaign for America's Libraries There's Still Time to Nominate a School Librarians for 2009 I Love My Librarian Award                 Nominations are still open for the 2009 Carnegie Corporation of New York/New York Times I Love My Librarian Award. The award invites library users to recognize the accomplishments of librarians in public, ... http://www.aasl.ala.org/aaslblog/?p=760