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We are the Library at Downers Grove South High School.

I wasn't here when it became or went back to that name, but I agree with
it. I love libraries no matter what they're called and love librarians no
matter what they're called, so I don't want anyone to take my opinion
personally. I love us all!

My opinion: I trust that the purpose of changing our names
(library/librarian to media center/media specialist et al) was to show the
public that we're continuing to evolve, continuing to address their needs.
Now, however, the change in our names just feels anxious to me, like a
decision made in fear.

Best of luck in making your decision! It'll be right no matter what you
choose!
Kate

On Fri, Sep 28, 2018 at 1:05 PM Email list for the Association of Illinois
School Library Educators <aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:

> I'd stick with Library!  Libraries can be and mean different things.  A
> 21st-century library contains so many more resources other than books!  Why
> change a great, simple name?  Change public/student perspective instead!  ;)
>
>
>
> On Fri, Sep 28, 2018 at 12:43 PM Email list for the Association of
> Illinois School Library Educators <aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:
>
>> Good Afternoon,
>>
>> We are building a new library at our high school, and I am contemplating
>> changing the name from Media Center back to Library (or something else if
>> you convice me!). It seems like both titles are used now anyway, so Library
>> would simply things.  I'm interested in your thoughts on what your library
>> is called and why you chose that name.  I know this was discussed not too
>> long ago, but it's not in the archives yet that I've seen.
>>
>> Thanks in advance,
>>
>> Mrs. Britni Hogg
>> School Library Media Specialist
>> Central High School, #71
>> 7740 Old U.S. Hwy 50
>> Breese, IL 62230
>> bhogg at centralcougars.org
>> 618-526-4578
>>
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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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Kate Rogers

*Downers Grove South High School*
*     Librarian*
*     Book Club Sponsor*
*krogers at csd99.org <krogers at csd99.org>*
*(630) 795-8561*

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