This month's November YSS board meeting update is from Alison Loewen, our YSS 2023 Chair and Youth Services Librarian, Mead Public Library, Sheboygan
It’s the time of year when we reflect on what we are thankful for. Family, friends, good food, a safe place to sleep at night, and a job I love are at the top of my list. I am also thankful for an amazing year as Chair, which would not have been possible without the enthusiastic and passionate group of individuals who make up our Board not just this year, but all the years before.
When I accepted the position on the Board, honestly, I didn’t fully comprehend what it meant. But I have come to understand that what I joined was a conversation with people who deeply care about what they do, and are ready to give extra of themselves to help connect and support youth service staff across the State. I am proud to be a member of such a dynamic team, and grateful for each one of them and thankful for their service.
I am also thankful for all of you, readers. Every time you visit this blog, it demonstrates how much you are about your communities. When you search for a new program idea, and take the time to learn from others, it shows that you go above and beyond. To be a small part of a large community of youth service librarians is an inspiration, especially as we continue to share and learn from each other, and grow our practice together.
One of my main objectives, during my time on the Board, was to uplift YS staff through training opportunities. Our past chair put a lot of effort into resurrecting the YS webinar series which is going strong. Our upcoming webinar is an exciting one, and is scheduled for early January. Connecting 1,2,3 to ABC exploring early math and its implications for emergent literacy in young child programming webinar registration is LIVE, and I hope you will consider attending. You can sign up here! The webinar is recorded, so if you cannot make it the day of, still consider registering to have access to the recording.
A new initiative, spearheaded by WLA and with active involvement from the board is the Virtual Performers Showcase. Scheduled for December 8th, we hope that this preview of amazing performers sparks some new ideas for your summer schedule. You can find a list of participants on the website, which also has a link to registration. If you have multiple people from your library interested in attending, there is a group registration discount. To learn more about that special pricing, download this registration form. If it's just you, you can register online here.
Lastly, an important update from WLA regarding board minutes. WLA has changed their policies, and our minutes will now only be available to WLA members. If you enjoyed reading those and keeping up to date in that way, I encourage you to become a member. Not only will you gain access to the board minutes, but there are deep discounts on our webinar series and the Performers Showcase, and you get to vote in the upcoming board election. There is no better time to join. Find out more here!
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