Hello,
The library media specialists in Middletown Public Schools are excited to invite local school librarians from the area our professional development: "
Opening the
Book on Equity: Representation in your Library." The event will take place on Thursday, April 5 from 8:00-2:30 in the library at Middletown High School on
200 LaRosa Lane, in Middletown, CT.
Middletown Public Schools is committed to creating equitable opportunities for all students and we will spend the day discussing what that can begin to look like in library media instruction. We hope that you can join us.
You can register for the event by clicking
here. This free event can accommodate up to 40 people.
The agenda for the day is below. If you wish to bring a guest with you, please indicate this in your registration. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.
8:00-8:30 | Check in/Light Refreshments |
8:30-9:30 | Welcome: The Language of Equity |
9:30-10:30 | Getting Comfortable Talking About Race, Diversity, and Equity |
10:30-11:30 | The Monster Factor: Working Towards Equity in the Library |
11:30-12:30 Lunch (On Your Own) |
12:30-2:00 | Windows & Mirrors: The Need for Diverse Books (Elementary) |
Creating Equitable Access in Research Projects (Secondary) |
2:00-2:30 | Close: Book Slam |
Thank you,