“The school library provides a wealth of curriculum-based resources as well as opportunities for students to learn at a personal level of inquiry, outside the assigned curriculum.” Goodin, Susie M., S.M. 2010.“Steps Towards Unifying Literacy Theory and Librarianship.” CSLA Journal, 34 (1): 24-25. 

It is the position of the South Orangetown Central School District librarians that all library programming is and will continue to be the point of success in serving our students and families especially during the COVID crisis. We are experts in technology and in curating top-notch educational resources to help support instruction, and we are champions of equity, diversity, and digital citizenship. Using this expertise, we play an integral role in supporting our colleagues, students, and families during this unprecedented time. The data on student success in relation to school librarians tells us that library programs should continue.

The School Library Media Specialist and library program promotes the success of our students during distance learning by providing: 

  • Continued and uninterrupted access to high-quality, librarian-curated print and digital resources.  IMLS, CDC Offer Guidance for Disinfecting Returned Library Books 
  • Access and instruction for the use of e-books, online databases, and other online resources 
  • Rich learning opportunities, support for academic and reading achievement, and the reduction of educational inequities 
  • Essential inquiry and information literacy skills aligned to state standards 
  • Curating and organizing resources as classroom instructional support 
  • Technology support for students and staff
  • A safe space for connection with all students that supports their social-emotional learning

This school year we are unsure if learning will take place in the physical space of the library or if virtual distance learning will continue. Learning and instruction may be hybrid, with some taking place in the physical school building and some being virtual. 

Understanding how to access all the materials and resources you may need during the school year will make your coursework much easier. In order to ensure your success for the 2020-2021 school year, join the TZHS Library Virtual Scavenger Hunt. 

It’s a difficult time to stay optimistic, to say the least. But one of the best ways to feel better is by playing games! You can play alone or with a partner. 

Have Fun learning how to navigate the library’s resources!

Click HERE to access the TZHS Library Virtual Scavenger Hunt. 

 

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