JMSA Library Newsletter
Jefferson Middle School Academy Library Newsletter
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2024 NATIONAL BOOK MONTH
National Book Month in the United States in 2024 is in October. It's a month-long celebration that highlights the importance of reading, writing, and literature. The month also promotes literacy, supports the book industry, and raises awareness of lesser-known writers.
Click here to view the video: https://tinyurl.com/GISGB2
National Book Month
National Book Month in the United States in 2024 is in October. It's a month-long celebration that highlights the importance of reading, writing, and literature. The month also promotes literacy, supports the book industry, and raises awareness of lesser-known writers.
LGBTQ HISTORY MONTH
LGBT History Month celebrates the achievements of 31 lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons. The LGBT community is the only community worldwide that is not taught its history at home, in public schools or in religious institutions. LGBT History Month provides role models, builds community and makes the civil rights statement about our extraordinary national and international contributions.
LGBT History Month 2024
Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month
Mayor Bowser Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month 2024
Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Mayor’s Office on Latino Affairs (MOLA) encourages residents to participate in a series events throughout the month. Through October 15, MOLA will partner with District agencies and community-based organizations to sponsor a variety of events that celebrate Hispanic heritage across Washington, DC.
“From small businesses to artistic and cultural contributions, the impact our Latino communities is woven into the fabric of our city,” said Mayor Bowser. “As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the resilience and achievements of Latino residents who continue to drive the District forward.”
https://mayor.dc.gov/release/mayor-bowser-celebrates-hispanic-heritage-month-2024
September 15 - October 15, 2024
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402.
The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30 day period.
Let's Get Celebrating!
🥁 The 2024 theme is: Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together, encapsulating the “spirit of innovation, resilience, and unity that define the Hispanic experience.”
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Here's a kid-appropriate bio of this musical theater ⭐️, plus a video of his 8th grade English teacher.
Sonia Sotomayor
A great video intro to this Supreme Court Justice. For more Hispanic women taking charge today, check out this list.
PUMPKIN DECORATING CONTEST
Monday, Oct 21, 2024, 10:30 AM
Library Makerspace
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Tony Weaver, Jr.
Many thanks to Assistant Principal Miller and An Open Book Foundation of Washington D.C. for purchasing the books for this special event. Our 6th grade students had their graphic novel autographed by Weaver and exited the auditorium with smiles on their faces. The excitement was electric and the students were happy to receive a book to add to their personal library at home.
CLEVER APP Spotlight: Britannica
Britannica is a age appropriate, accurate and fact checked resource for middle schoolers. The app found in CLEVER can be accessed from home and school.
Check out this tutorial on Britannica by clicking the link here: tinyurl.com/BritannicaPart1.
Makerspace pencil pouches and coozie holders
Heat transfers
Vinyl transfers
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
In Conversation With Assembly: Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi and K.C. Boyd
Print Book Catalog Web Address
Follett Destiny Catalog
Each teacher and student has a library account through Destiny. Through your account, you can check on the status of your currently borrowed materials, renew materials, and place materials on hold. To access your account, simply click “Login” and then sign in with your username and password.
Print Book Catalog Logon
Teachers - User: DCPS Email (w/o @dc.gov)
SORA FUNCTIONS
Did You Know That There Is An App For SORA!!!
Enjoy SORA from home using your cell phone or tablet. There are over 45,000 books in the catalog to select from.
Remember: Enter "District of Columbia Public Schools" when you are asked to enter your school name.
Download the SORA APP
SORA Tutorial for Students, Parents and Teachers
Social and Emotional Learning
Read Banned Books
*DC Public Library Card Is Needed*
Live tutoring is available in English and Spanish from 1 p.m. - 10 p.m. EST to provide homework help for core subjects, including mathematics, science, and English language arts.
Practice long division, improve reading comprehension, and learn other key skills. Students may submit papers to HelpNow’s Writing Lab for expert assistance and feedback, or collaborate with peers in virtual study spaces.
Live tutoring for grades K-12 is available in English and Spanish from 1 p.m. - 10 p.m. EST.
This service was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Access Brainfuse Here: https://landing.brainfuse.com/authenticate.asp?u=main.dclibraryhn.dc.brainfuse.com
Dynamic Shelving Pilot - Fiction
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Libraries are for everyone!
Microsoft 365 Portal
Clever Portal
Canvas Portal
Donors Choose
Chair - EMIERT
Ms Boyd in the News
IREL Panel
The Institute for Racial Equity in Literacy Panel Discussion
2022 Excellence In Equity Award
2022 School Librarian of the Year
2022 School Library Journal, School Librarian of the Year
www.slj.com/story/ace-advocate-kc-boyd-is-2022-school-librarian-of-the-year
2022 Policy Leader of the Year
National Association of State Boards
https://www.nasbe.org/nasbe-names-dc-public-school-librarian-k-c-boyd-as-policy-leader-of-the-year/