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Tune in as Amy Hermon tackles the issues and challenges school librarians face everyday.

School Librarians United with Amy Hermon Amy Hermon

    • Education
    • 4.9 • 115 Ratings

Tune in as Amy Hermon tackles the issues and challenges school librarians face everyday.

    Miss Honey Award

    Miss Honey Award

    Arlene Laverde shares the preparation and steps taken to earn this year's Miss Honey Award.  
    I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you’ve heard today.  
    Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks
    Editable PD Certificate
    FAQ’s and ISO (In search of…)
    Online Doctoral Programs
    APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app
    SLU Playlists
    Search by title, guest and location!
    Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode!
    THAT Librarian apparel and flair!
    Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones’ book “That Librarian”
    Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato 
    Instructions and 14 Questions for our next book club episode
    Librarian Bucket List (NOW 15 episodes)
    E236 VR and Building Empathy with Dr. Trudeau
    Arlene Laverde
    X: @THHSLibrary
    TikTok@Thelibrarian_19
    ALA’s News Release (April 3, 2024)
    E156 Finding Joy (Jan 2022)
    Miss Honey Award criteria, deadlines and prizes
    Morris Mickelwhite and the Tangerine Dress
    E226 Library Love with Carrie Friday
     

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Navigating Self-Censorship

    Navigating Self-Censorship

    Jamie Becker shares research and her insight into how self-censorship is currently impacting our school libraries.
     
    I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you’ve heard today.  
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    Editable PD Certificate
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    Online Doctoral Programs
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    SLU Playlists
    Search by title, guest and location!
    Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode!
    THAT Librarian apparel and flair!
    Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones’ book “That Librarian”
    Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato 
    Instructions and 14 Questions for our next book club episode
    Jamie Becker
    X: @librarianofnote
    E17 Self-Censorship is Real (Jan 2019!)
    E126 Juggling Our MANY Roles
    Presentation: MASL April 2024
    Lane Smith’s It’s a Book
    SLJ: The Cover-Up: Andrew Bauld (May 1, 2024) 
     

    • 1 hr 6 min
    What To Do When You Are New

    What To Do When You Are New

    Sarah Sansbury shares her expertise in making the next move a successful one.  
    I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you’ve heard today.  
    Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. 
    Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks
    Editable PD Certificate
    FAQ’s and ISO (In search of…)
    Online Doctoral Programs
    APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app
    SLU Playlists
    Search by title, guest and location!
    Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode!
    THAT Librarian apparel and flair!
    Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones’ book “That Librarian”
    Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato 
     Instructions and 14 Questions for our next book club episode
    Sarah Sansbury 
    X: @SuperSansbury
    Instagram: @SuperSansbury
    Blog Post on Advice & Support for New Librarians
    Library Services Menu Template 
    98 Virtual Collaboration
    136 Motivating Readers
    E232 Teaching Preschoolers
     

    • 1 hr 3 min
    Getting Boys Back into Reading

    Getting Boys Back into Reading

    Lucas Maxwell shares his expertise and strategies for motivating readers. 
    I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you’ve heard today.  
    Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. 
    Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks
     
    Editable PD Certificate
    FAQ’s and ISO (In search of…)
    Online Doctoral Programs
    APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app
    SLU Playlists
    Search by title, guest and location!
    Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode!
    THAT Librarian apparel and flair!
    Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones’ book “That Librarian”
    Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato 
    Instructions and 14 Questions for our next book club episode
    Twitter/X @LucasJMaxwell 
    Book: Let’s Roll
    5 Ways to Encourage Boys to Read for Pleasure
    Glenthorne High School library webpage
    Blog: Glenthorne High School Library 
    Book Riot articles 
    Podcast: The Portable Magic Dispenser
    E107 Fighting Fake News 
    E132 Raising the Profile of the Library (and Librarian!!!)
    E161 Teaching Teens
    E263 Let’s Roll: RPGs in Our Libraries
    Graphic Novels/Manga Playlist
    E61 Let’s End Literacy Shaming with Dr. Steve Tetreault
    59 Student Choice
    IG: Author Lily Bailey

    • 1 hr 5 min
    Complete Copyright

    Complete Copyright

    Carrie Russell provides a comprehensive appreciation for how copyright impacts our current practices and how school librarians can respond as issues arise.  
    I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you’ve heard today.  
    Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. 
    Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks
    Editable PD Certificate
    FAQ’s and ISO (In search of…)
    Online Doctoral Programs
    APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app
    SLU Playlists
    Search by title, guest and location!
    Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode!
    THAT Librarian apparel and flair!
    Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones’ book “That Librarian”
    Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato 
    Book: Complete Copyright 2nd edition
    HISD pay $9.2 million
     

    • 1 hr 11 min
    Creating a Reading Culture

    Creating a Reading Culture

    Dr. Margaret Merga shares her research findings and the role school librarians have in creating a reading culture.  
     
    I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you’ve heard today.  
    Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. 
    Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks
    Editable PD Certificate
    FAQ’s and ISO (In search of…)
    Online Doctoral Programs
    APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app
    SLU Playlists
    Search by title, guest and location!
    Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode!
    THAT Librarian apparel and flair!
    Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones’ book “That Librarian”
    Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato 
    A District’s Biggest Bargain by Arlen Kimmelmann
     
    ​​Dr. Margaret Merga 
    Linkedin
    E206: Supporting Literacy and Wellness
    The Conversation (16 articles)
    Book: School Libraries Supporting Literacy and Wellbeing
    Book: Creating a Reading Culture in Primary and Secondary Schools
    E167 Teaming Up with Athletes
    NYT’s SAT changes
     

    • 1 hr 23 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
115 Ratings

115 Ratings

Maggie from Illinois ,

Thank you!

Amy Hermon’s expertise, honesty, and fantastic guests fueled my fire to pursue this career path. Thank you for the remarkable episodes that propelled me through graduate school studies, numerous walks/runs/bike rides, commutes to and from my first two years as a school librarian, and of course as I organize materials at home and school.

LMS_Rothmier ,

Excellent School Librarian resource!

I am so happy to have found Amy’s podcast. She has a great variety of guests (elementary through secondary) that cover topics that school librarians deal with on a daily basis. Her interview style is friendly and makes her guests feel welcome. It’s a fantastic resource to find answers to questions you may have about your school librarian position.

KKBergerson ,

Fantastic resource

This podcast is fantastic! Amy does a wonderful job covering a wide range of topics relevant to school librarians with interesting and knowledgeable guests. School Librarians United has been extremely helpful in preparing me for challenges I will face as a future school librarian.

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