School Librarians United with Amy Hermon

Danny Neville shares his journey from classroom teacher to published author, discussing the process of writing inclusive children's books which reflect diverse family structures, and the importance of supporting local creators in schools.   Dannyneville.com  IG @dnevillebooks and @tingl_osla  E315 Canadian Teacher Librarian Little Bee chapter book series: The Buzz About the Party (2026) The Storytime Extravaganza (2026) The Best Birthday Ever (2027) SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators)  CANSCAIP (Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illustrators, and Performers) The FOLD (The Festival of Literary Diversity) Query Tracker (finding a literary agent) The Teaching Librarian (Ontario School Library Association publication) Library Land Loves (Ontario Library Association podcast) Annick Press Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

Heather Horner shares her journey through school librarianship and administration, dealing with involuntary transfers, and navigating her emotional wellness during career pivots.   Heather Hornor @heatherpnwtx.bsky.social IG: mrs.hornor E358 Student Privacy E354 Conflict Resolution: Experts Chime In Why School Librarians Matter by Keith Curry Lance and Debra Kachel Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

Mackenzie Dietz shares insights into her role, community engagement, and how rural schools adapt to technological and educational challenges.   Mackenzie Dietz IG: mediawithmac Gmail:  [email protected] Mackenzie's resource page  Fessendon-Bowdon School District NDLA Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

Dr. Misty Schattle discusses her research on the mental health of school librarians, the impact of censorship, and the importance of advocacy and community support in the field of librarianship.   Dr. Misty Schattle [email protected] schattleandoconnor.pdf  E204 Supporting Literacy and Wellness with Dr. Merga E267 Creating a Reading Culture with Dr. Merga E17 Self-Censorship is Real (Season 1…solo effort.  Be kind.) Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

Editor Erin Jones shares insights into her work in librarianship, the development of the 11th edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual, and the importance of accessible, inclusive resources for all library professionals.   Erin Jone's LinkedIn ALA Editions Intellectual Freedom Manual 11th ed. ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.  

Transitioning from public to school libraries, Sasha Mangipano shares her current role and unique schedule, STEM centers and how she creates an inviting library.     Sasha Mangipano TikTok/IG @thesassynerd FB @the sassynerd1 Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

Dr. Harris and an expert panel unveil 8 provocations challenging how schools are responding to AI — moving beyond bans and toward real policy rethink. Drawing on best-practice recommendations, this conversation pushes educators and school administrators to confront the hard questions before AI reshapes the classroom without them.   Dr. Christopher Harris [email protected]  Bluesky: @cgharris.bsky.social  Linkedin teachingabout.ai AI Scope & Sequence E302 AI Scope and Sequence E229 ChatGPT Keynote: AI for Parents will full presenter notes Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

Amanda Chacon returns to unpack findings from a recent survey of school librarians capturing their perspectives and experiences involving Imposter Syndrome.   Amanda Chacon Bluesky: @goodreads.bsky.social‬ Twitter: TheGoodRead Tiktok: TheGoodRead IG: OpenBookAmanda 2024 SLJ School Librarian of the Year E332 Imposter Syndrome E242 Our Media Virtual Presence  E207 STEM Librarian  Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

With over 15,000 attendees, ALA Annual Conference is the world's largest gathering of library professionals.  Tune in as 16 library professionals from across the US share their stories, perspectives and resources.   Patches website - Gene Ambaum E285 Mister Library, Tim Jones NIMCO, INC.   My session with Diana Haneski "Pawsitive Impact - Therapy Dogs" E258 Emotional Support Librarian: Diana Haneski Faith Huff's 3 episodes 124 Redefining Our Roles 176 Annual Evaluations 240 Newsletters 101 212 Retired Librarians ROCK! 218 Supporting Trans Students and Staff Hannah Webster's episode Library Card Canvas Bag (GREAT for author signatures!!!) Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.  

President Sam Helmick shares exciting opportunities for librarians attending ALA's Annual Conference this summer in Chicago.   [email protected] ALA Annual 2026 Past ALA conference episodes: E231 ALAAC23 (Chicago) E278 ALAAC24 (San Diego) E327 ALAAC25 (Philadelphia) E258 Emotional Support Librarian: Diana Haneski Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

Librarian Mary Lanni shares the imporant reasons nursery rhymes should be part of your programming and how to avoid potential misteps in your planning.   www.maryrlanni.com [email protected] @MaryLanniReads on Bluesky and YouTube Bloomsbury - Mention "United20" for 20% off Article: Rethinking Storytime Article: Betsy Bird Storytime Solidarity SLJ Winner: 265 Romance Book Clubs with Lori Lieberman SLJ Winners: 330 Young Teen Lit with Christina Chatel and Marcia Kochel Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

Dr. Pray shares the MANY ways her surroundings impacted her professional identity AND what she did to direct the course her career as a school librarian.    Instagram: @ praytelllibrarian LinkedIn: Wenndy Pray, Ph.D.  Bluesky: wpray.bsky.social Website: wpray.com Bochner, A. P., & Ellis, C. (2016). Evocative autoethnography: Writing lives and telling stories. Routledge.  Cooper, R., & Lilyea, B. V. (2022). I'm interested in autoethnography, but how do I do it?. The Qualitative Report, 27(1), 197-208.  Vincent, A. (2022). Poetic Inquiry: Unearthing the rhizomatic array between art and research (1st ed.). Vernon Art and Science Inc. Past episodes 339 Librarian in the Wild (Oct 2025) 211 Circulation Software: Experts Chime in (Feb 2023) 145 Round 1: Can I Just Vent (Oct 2021) 121 Student Ambassadors (April 2021) Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists  Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

Margaret Sullivan shares her experiences and strategies for exciting a love of reading in our older students. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.   Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Contact Angie Kalthoff Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs SLU Playlists APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app E43 Advocacy at the State and District Level Knowledge Quest articles (Amy's favorite!) KQ: Your PLN: Source of Inspiration or Thief of Joy? Rockwood Summit High School Library webpage MASL: Gateway Readers Award The Joy of Reading Book Love