An appeal to all librarians

[Louise Edwards <ledwards@EAGLE.ESD189.WEDNET.EDU>]

I read "The Invisible Librarian" and was inspired to search the net for school
technology plans which included any mention of the role of libraries or
media centers.  I couldn't find many.  Some sites did suggest the presence
of a librarian or media specialist on the district technology team.

My next step was to e-mail the home page site (I sent two) and to request a
response to my message.  (If anyone responds, I will share.) My message
went something like this...

How can school districts build technology infrastructures without including
the role of the library or media center in its deliberations?  Is the center
the most overlooked, forgotten tool districts have in place to provide
modeling and direct application for technology? And, this resource can
provide
timely, full access for all learners (staff and students). This resource
houses all the software, hardware, print and electronic information needed for
effective learning.  This resource catalogs all resources. This resource is
staffed with information specialists...
Have I overlooked something?

What an impact our membership would have if we could all choose a common
day to find just one site and send a message. What do you think?  Please
help.

Louise Edwards

Louise Edwards
Media Specialist, K-6 and 7-8
Cascade Commons Media Center
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
ledwards@esd189.wednet.edu

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