[LM_NET] ELEM: Number of Classes seen - not a hit yet

[Anne Alatalo <Librarianne@WEBFINVIDEO.COM>]

Thank you to all who responded to my query about the number of classes that
come to the library weekly.  The range is amazing.  I haven't had enough
time to review all of the emails.  I've been asked for a compilation, but
that will take some time.

It's interesting to see the different uses of a media specialist's time.
It's too bad so few administrators, schools and teacher's associations know
what a valuable resource we are.  In too many cases, we're seen as cheap
babysitters and the solution to teachers' planning time needs.
Interestingly, many of us don't (in reality) get the same amount of planning
time that teachers do and we not only teach every student in the building,
but also manage a facility filled with resources and often have to handle
all the technology and computer lab needs as well.

I wish there was an answer to the question: "How will we ever get our
profession the respect it deserves in a time of testing, testing, testing
and reduced budgets?"  It's nice to know that we have each other's support
and best wishes.

Anne Alatalo
Librarian
Bentley Elementary
Canton, MI
School: alatala@pccs.k12.mi.us

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