Movin’ and Shakin’: The P-12 Media Center Transforms For More Collaboration...
So, what’s the difference in a P-12 library media center and a P-12 learning commons? I’m glad you asked! Perhaps the best word to describe the difference is “moving.” The traditional P-12 library...
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Webinar Archive: So You Need a Library…Now What?
Join Nathan Rall, Director of Planning and Construction at the Georgia Public Library Service, in a conversation with David Moore and Joe Alcock, both of McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture, for a...
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Computer Basics: Resources for Staff Training
There are so many amazing resources available for helping your staff members grasp the fundamental concepts of computer basics. I’ve compiled a few of my favorites here: Computer Basics: lynda.com...
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You’re Invited: Diversity in Children’s Literature
Join us for the online event Diversity in Children’s Literature: A Conversation with Illustrator R. Gregory Christie on Thursday, November 5 at 2 p.m. Register now! On Thursday, we’ll have a...
View ArticleWebinar Archive: Diversity in Children’s Literature
Watch the archive now! This session was recorded on Thursday, November 5, 2015. ***** Join us for a conversation with award-winning children’s book illustrator R. Gregory Christie about the importance...
View ArticleWebinar Archive: Designing a Library, Part I
Watch the archive now! Join Nathan Rall, Director of Planning and Construction at the Georgia Public Library Service, in a conversation with David Moore and Joe Alcock, both of McMillan Pazdan Smith...
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Great Web Tools and Apps for Student Engagement
I’ve discovered that some of the best advice I have to share with practicing school library media specialists comes from my own students at the University of West Georgia! For example, my Ed.S....
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A GaCOMO Recap from Sarah Edmonds
If you told me 10 years ago that I would be reflecting on a library conference, I would have said you were crazy. At age 15, I reluctantly accepted an entry-level, part time position at the...
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STEM and STEAM! Oh My! – A GaCOMO Recap from Ashley Pearson
As a GaCOMO first-timer this year, I must admit that I had no idea what to expect from the conference. I’d heard such wonderful things from people who had been to COMO previously and the innovative...
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MORE Great Web Tools and Apps for Student Engagement
In my last post, I included some great ideas for K-12 library media specialists as they collaborate with classroom teachers about quality online tools for instruction. Here are a couple of others,...
View ArticleEarning GPLS-Sponsored CEUs
There are multiple ways to earn Georgia Public Library Service-sponsored Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for license renewal. Online Courses, Events, and Webinars Completed Lynda.com courses Online...
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Introducing… the Learning Center!
Today we’re happy to announce the launch of the Georgia Public Library Service’s new continuing education initiative, the Learning Center! This site was designed to be your one-stop resource for your...
View ArticleDream Comes True for Retired Librarian
For years, 94-year-old Lillian Taylor has dreamed of returning to work at a Georgia public library. Thanks to the Cobb County Public Library System (CCPLS) and Second Wind Dreams, a Roswell-based...
View ArticleGwinnett County’s Lilburn Library Receives $10,000 Gift
The GFWC Lilburn Woman’s Club presented Gwinnett County Public Library with a check for $10,000 for the Lilburn Branch. The funding will be directed to the children’s area where a large mural will be...
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Virtual Dementia Tour (VDT) at Georgia Libraries on Sept. 14
On Sept. 14, Second Wind Dreams, WSB-TV’s Family 2 Family project, Georgia Public Library Service and five metro Atlanta libraries are hosting a day of special events at five metro-Atlanta libraries....
View ArticleHurricane Irma – GA Libraries Closings
The following closings have been reported. Re-openings are subject to local conditions. While we’ve made all attempts to make sure this list is up-to-date and accurate, please check with your local...
View ArticleFalls Prevention Awareness Programs at Cobb County Libraries
–Courtesy Cobb County Library Communications– Governor Nathan Deal proclaims Friday, September 22, as Falls Prevention Awareness Day in Georgia. The governor’s proclamation includes Georgia Libraries...
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Georgia Farm Bureau Visits GA Libraries
Representatives from the Georgia Farm Bureau have been visiting Georgia’s public libraries to donate copies of “Sleep Tight Farm.” Beautifully illustrated, the book accurately and entertainingly...
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State ParkPass program adds backpack loans
Georgia residents can now check out a stuffed backpack kit at any of the state’s 400-plus public libraries and, in combination with an already available state ParkPass, take it with them on a free...
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Macon Mayhem, central Georgia libraries team for reading program
The Macon Mayhem has announced a new regional partnership with Georgia Public Library Service, partnering with nine area public library systems throughout central Georgia to present the Hat Trick for...
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