Let me just start by saying I really like staff development days. It's not the endless amounts of information presented, the newest job expectations or the data. I can hear the minds twirling and whirling. If that is not what makes her like staff development, then what could it possibly be that makes her so happy? Well, await in suspense no longer. I like staff development because I like spending time with other librarians in my county. Such a diverse group they are with varying levels of experience, expectations and plans. I can't help but walk away from each of these meetings with something new and exciting and AHA! in my brain. Many times this comes from the people sitting near me and not the presenters (Not to knock presenters as they provide valuable information but oftentimes that kernel from "in the trenches" makes all the difference.)
Yesterday's staff development day was one of those days I like so much. We gathered at the public library closest to our school and learned about their programs and resources that can compliment our curriculum. Our school system is really developing a strong partnership with the public library and so many of their programs compliment our curriculum and educator needs.
Another bonus was that I go to see the other librarians in my area. We were able to share. I was approached by several more librarians who want to arrange a visit to see our gentrified library. How exciting!
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