[AISLE-Share] Dream Library

Thu Oct 25 10:58:58 CDT 2018

Thanks for all the great ideas which I will add to my research.  Yes, I
have requested several books on the subject 📚

On Wed, Oct 24, 2018 at 10:52 AM Email list for the Association of Illinois
School Library Educators <aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:

> I just did this...but on a budget. I first got a refrigerator, microwave
> and coffee pot replaced---my attendance of staff increased quite a bit and
> now I have lunch with students every day--we watch documentaries, talk
> about books they are reading and so on. Sometimes they just need the study
> area or time to collaborate with other students.
>
> I also got tables of varying length and height. I have three varieties of
> tables an chairs so students can use them how they see fit. EVERYTHING in
> my area (except my desk) is on wheels. I can change the entire room in a
> matter of 10 minutes. It is fantastic. I also have tables that flip the
> tops to go flat against the walls for when we do yoga, meditation or have
> presentations.
>
> Other things like the lego wall, knex sets, snap circuits, STEM carts with
> supplies came next. I also have pub style tables for innovation tables when
> students/staff need to meet and talk about a topic (I have a topic board to
> get them started in the morning).
>
> It's really what is good for you and your space. Don't leave yourself out
> of the equation with items---make sure you are comfortable and then move
> forward--I was not with a couple of things but pushed them through because
> I was told too and items just sit there with dust.
>
> Happy to send you any pictures if you like as well (email off thread
> please).
>
> Thanks!
>
> On Wed, Oct 24, 2018 at 10:44 AM Email list for the Association of
> Illinois School Library Educators <aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:
>
>> Amen to that!  A bathroom would be FABULOUS!!!
>>
>> On Wed, Oct 24, 2018 at 10:42 AM Email list for the Association of
>> Illinois School Library Educators <aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:
>>
>>> I would want a bathroom for only library staff to use.
>>>
>>> Anne Groesch
>>> Librarian
>>> Jefferson Middle School/Springfield Public School District 186
>>> 3001 Allis
>>> Springfield, IL  62703
>>> 217-585-5810
>>> FAX-217-525-5814
>>> TDD-217-525-3023
>>> Internal 585-5810
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Oct 23, 2018, at 4:13 PM, Email list for the Association of Illinois
>>> School Library Educators <aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:
>>>
>>> Quiet meeting/study rooms off to the side. Various sizes: for groups
>>> from 4-20.  Complete with white boards, TV monitors with HTMI outlets,
>>> tables & chairs, outlets, etc. in each room.
>>>
>>> Moveable bookcases, flexible signage. A variety of seating options:
>>> comfy chairs, balls, stools, etc. Tables with built-in outlets that include
>>> USB ports.
>>>
>>> Display furniture.
>>>
>>> A circulation desk with room for more than one person to work, a
>>> dual-computer screen that both the patron and clerk can see without craning
>>> around. Plenty of drawers of various sizes. The desk should also have
>>> levels so that both kindergarteners and 8th graders can use it comfortably.
>>>
>>> An office work area with cabinets and shelves for processing supplies
>>> and a place to prepare books for the shelves, make book repairs, etc.
>>>
>>> A separate room with windows onto the library for classes to meet in.
>>> Fully equipped with audio/video, SmartBoard, etc.
>>>
>>> Enough budget to purchase LOADS of books AND have them fully processed
>>> and shelf-ready.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Tue, Oct 23, 2018 at 9:20 AM Email list for the Association of
>>> Illinois School Library Educators <aisle at list.railslibraries.info>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> A water feature!  Tinkling water and fish are very relaxing!  A sound
>>>> booth that can be reserved.  A small movie studio room.  WINDOWS and a
>>>> SKYLIGHT!  And most importantly:  MORE SHELVES FOR BOOKS!  MORE SHELVES TO
>>>> DISPLAY BOOKS!  MORE BOOKS!  (See a theme here?)
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Oct 22, 2018 at 9:50 AM Email list for the Association of
>>>> Illinois School Library Educators <aisle at list.railslibraries.info>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> If your administrator told you to redesign your high school library -
>>>>> what would you include?  Dream big!  Imagine you don't have to worry about
>>>>> "how much does it cost?"
>>>>> --
>>>>>
>>>>> *Karen Varga*
>>>>> *Librarian,** Marian Central Catholic H. S.*
>>>>>
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>>>>
>>>> --
>>>> Kristi L.S. Pierce
>>>> Certified Library Media Spec.
>>>> Certified Educational Technology Spec.
>>>> Marion Junior High School
>>>> 1609 West Main Street
>>>> Marion, IL  62959
>>>> (618) 997-1317 ext. 229
>>>> ksmith at marionunit2.org
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>>
>> --
>> Kristi L.S. Pierce
>> Certified Library Media Spec.
>> Certified Educational Technology Spec.
>> Marion Junior High School
>> 1609 West Main Street
>> Marion, IL  62959
>> (618) 997-1317 ext. 229
>> ksmith at marionunit2.org
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> Ryan Lambert
> Farmington School District
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*Karen Varga*
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