Welcome to LMS Happenings!
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Welcome to February's LMS Happenings, the monthly newsletter to support the Library Media Services (LMS) administrators and school library personnel in San Mateo county. This issue includes the SMCOE's Distance Learning Newsletter, Public Library Services Support, and Upcoming Events for School Administrators and their Communities, as well as Resource Links.
Our monthly Zoom meeting for all LMS administrators and school library personnel is going to be held next Monday, February 8th, from 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. Our topic that morning will be "Silicon Valley Reads (SVR) 2021 - Connecting..." and will focus on how school libraries and classroom teachers can possibly weave this into their curriculum, as well as promote this great program to their students and their families. The presenters joining us that morning will be Reid Myers, who heads up SVR, and two of her team members Lonni Gause and Barb Flores who will speak about the teacher toolkit, author programming and career fair.
Ellen Arenas, the LMS administrative assistant, will be recording the meeting that morning if either you and/or your school library personnel would like a copy of it.
Take care.
Tina |
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Distance Learning Newsletter
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The San Mateo County Office of Education's (SMCOE) Distance Learning Support newsletter shares resources for parents, teachers, and administrators that support distance learning, including upcoming professional development opportunities, online resources, and ideas.
Read the latest issue and subscribe to receive the newsletter every other week!
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Request Library Services Support
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 Would you like a virtual program and/or service in your school or district's classrooms?
If so, please have your teachers fill out this form and a children's/young adult librarian will reach out to them within a week to discuss the details. Services include (but are not limited to) teaching your students how to do research using online resources, running an after-school book club to support their required reading, providing books for students to keep through our curbside pickup to support assigned reading and/or school projects, and much, much more! |
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UPCOMING EVENTS: For School Administrators
Monday, February 8th
Library Happenings Meeting - 8:30 - 9:00 a.m., Tina Nelson, Coordinator, School Library Media Services (SMCOE) will be joined by Reid Myers, Lonni Gause, and Barb Flores who will be going over the programs and resources surrounding SVR for both the classroom and school library. A recording can be requested from Ellen Arenas if you are unable to attend this event.
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UPCOMING EVENTS: For the Community
Share these dates with your local community!
February 2021 (San Mateo Public Library)
Our “Family Read Aloud Program” starts Feb. 1st! Visit SMPLibrary.org for more information including special programming and prizes.
Family Show-And-Tell: Our Favorite Book
Thursday February 4 at 4pm
What's your favorite book to read out loud with your family? Is it a picture book or a chapter book? Is it a newly discovered favorite or a well-worn classic? Is there a story behind why it's your favorite? Join us and other families to show off your favorite book to read aloud and share what it means to you. Visit https://tinyurl.com/yxah25p9 to register for this program.
Book & Craft: Valentine Surprise
Tuesday February 9 at 3pm
For kids ages 5-8. Join us for a story, then follow along at home with a special craft inspired by the book! We will read Valentine Surprise by Corinne Demas and make an easy Valentine's Day-inspired decorative banner. To register and reserve a craft kit, visit smplibrary.as.me/BookAndCraft
Lego STEM Program
Monday, Feb. 22 from 4-5pm
More fun with LEGOs! Share your strategies from the LEGO Build Challenge via Zoom. Break Codes, solve puzzles, and build more structures. For children grades 3-5. Check our website at a future date for registration details.
STEAM Lab: DIY LED Flashlight
Thursday February 25 at 4pm
For kids ages 8-12. Learn how to make your own flashlight or toy wand with a popsicle stick and LED lights! Check our website at a future date for registration details.
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SMCOE Library Media Services Page - Find information and resources from the San Mateo County Office of Education's Library Media Services team.
SMCOE COVID-19 Response for Librarians - Learn about the latest guidance for libraries and librarians during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
SMCOE COVID-19 Distance Learning Guidance for Administrators - Access resources to support administrators in providing high-quality distance instruction.
SMEdCenter Web Portal - Find a repository of digital content selected to enhance student learning, improve instruction, and support student achievement.
San Mateo County Public Library Teacher and Student Resources - Explore a multitude of resources for supporting at-home learning.
TeachingBooks - Search through an engaging collection of resources about children's and young adult books.
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San Mateo County Office of Education Library Media Services
Tina Nelson, Coordinator
tnelson@smcoe.org • (650) 802-5653
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