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About Our Library

Philosophy 

The keystone to a quality education in each school is a strong central library media center. The role of the library media center will be to provide the resources to support the educational plan of the school. The library media specialist will assist students in the acquisition of information and knowledge. 

The library media specialist will collaborate with teachers to instill in students the joy of reading and integrate the library media curriculum with classroom experiences and individual interests. 

Students will learn how information in its various formats can be retrieved for use in order that they enjoy lifelong learning.
Library Media Center Mission Statement:

The mission of the library/media program is to support the goals, objectives and continuous improvement of the school to ensure members of the school community are effective users of ideas and information.
 
Library Goals:

  • Provide open access to information in a variety of formats.
  • Provide opportunities for users to become discerning consumers of information and technologies.
  • Provide resources in an environment of student-centered learning.
  • Provide instruction and consultation in the use of information resources and technology.
  • Promote literacy and encourage the lifetime enjoyment of reading, viewing and listening.

Our Library Media Specialist

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Our library media specialist, Ms. Parker, has been a school library media specialist for over 10 years. She is a HUGE fan of mystery novels and adventure books. She and her family live in Bennington and have three adorable poodles. 

During good weather, you might see her and her family riding their vintage Schwinn bicycles around town or to the Tastee Freez. And if you're lucky you just might catch the whole family riding their vintage Schwinn tandems. They are probably out to get ice cream.

Ms. Parker has recently completed her Master's in Teaching with Technology through Marlboro College Graduate and Professional Studies. Her areas of special interest are instructional design and educational gaming. If you happen to be playing Minecraft or enjoying Second Life keep an eye out for her gamer tag PansyPedals.

To learn more about our library media specialist review her professional e-portfolio.

Where in the world...

Our library media specialist occasionally leaves the library media center to attend conferences. Here is a video of her presenting at Dynamic Landscapes, the spring educational technology and library conference, and photos from a session at ISTE.

She has also been known to be seen at:
  • Vermont Fest
  • Red Clover Conference
  • Games in Education Conference
  • Champlain mini Maker Faire
  • other schools