GEN: New job, now what? (very short notice)

[Kim <kimberleym@ATT.NET>]

Hello LM_NETTERS,

School starts in 1 week, and I received a new job confirmation yesterday...
and yes, this is my first media center, K-5, after being a public librarian.

To say I am feeling overwhelmed is an understatement! I still have to work
at my other job this week and my time visiting my room is piecemeal. The
first day I have a few classes, so I need to be ready.

Now how would you prioritize what needs to get done? what are your best
sources for library decor (there is a lot on the walls, just to freshen up)?
What would you do with classes the first day/week that's informal yet
somewhat educational, again working without many resources (I can't find
everything yet, and my books I ordered with lesson plans and the like are on
order)?

I have a feeling I will find a lot in the archives, but I cannot print at
the moment from home (ink cartridge, what timing) and the time at my present
job is of course limited.

Thank you!
Kim Monaco
Library Media Specialist
Bellerose Avenue School
East Northport, NY
http://www.northport.k12.ny.us
http://home.att.net/~kimberleym

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