Project Middle School

Bringing School and Public Libraries Together to Benefit Students

Presenters

Tracy Hubbard, Librarian, Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, hubbardt@district65.netAmy Odwarka, Librarian, Haven Middle School, odwarkaa@district65.netKefira Philippe, Librarian, Nichols Middle School, philippek@district65.netRenee Neumeier, Teen Services Supervisor, Evanston Public Library, rneumeier@cityofevanston.org

Overview× Making connections× Simple ways to partner× Expanding collaborations× Large scale partnerships

Evanston Skokie District 65

Illinois School Report Card For Evanston Skokie District 65

Racial/Ethnic Diversity

Total Enrollment: 7,805 Low income: 37.8%English Language Learners: 11.6%Students with IEPs : 13.2%

Evanston Public Library

× The Loft× Programming× Community Outreach

and Engagement

Start Small

Start Small× First contact - make sure it

ends with an in person meeting

× Booktalking - not just for students

× Sit in - listen, observe, take part

× Grab a table - embed into an existing event or activity

Grow

Grow

× Get familiar with curriculum and standards

× Professional development

× Program Promotion-Summer Reading

× Mock Printz

Go Big

Go Big

● 6th grade orientations

● Middle School Lit Fest

YOUR TURN! THINK PAIR SHARE

What is something you’ve wanted to try, but haven’t

that could be happen or expanded with a partner?

WHY? Benefits on Both Sides × Continuation of services× Supporting curriculum× Depth and breadth of knowledge× Aha Moments!

Tracy Hubbard, Librarian, Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, hubbardt@district65.netAmy Odwarka, Librarian, Haven Middle School, odwarkaa@district65.netKefira Philippe, Librarian, Nichols Middle School, philippek@district65.netRenee Neumeier, Teen Services Supervisor, Evanston Public Library,rneumeier@cityofevanston.org