I want to make sure my students have exactly what they need for projects this Fall in the Library Makerspace. I've created two projects through DonorsChoose. Your support would mean so much to my students. In return, you'll receive our heartfelt gratitude.🫶🏾

After a long day, so happy to see this in my mailbox! #KamalaHarris

It’s not too late to register for tomorrow’s, “Open Books, Open Minds,” FREE virtual day of celebration sponsored by @libraryjournal.bsky.social and @slj.com. Register here: www.libraryjournal.com/event/Open-B...

As book banning sweeps across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate, brave librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy. A film by Kim A. Snyder. Opens UK 9/26 @berthadochouse.bsky.social, US 10/03 @filmforumnyc.bsky.social, rollout to follow. Tix: TheLibrariansFilm.com/screenings

I had a good time chatting with Janette & Leah hosts of, “Can’t Shelve This.” This podcast is a production of Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS). This was a really great discussion of local-state-national library support & memberships. Check it out. 📚 sites.libsyn.com/543952/the-o...

I will be a panelist for the “SLJ & LJ Open Books, Open Minds A Celebration of Reading & Literacy,” virtual event. This day-long event will convene authors, teachers, librarians, & literacy experts, to elevate the love of reading. 📚Register here: www.libraryjournal.com/event/Open-B... #KC_SaidIt

Sharing my 2025-2026 Amazon Wishlist for my Library and Makerspace Program. All purchases will support my 6th-8th grade students at Jefferson Academy. Any help you can provide will be appreciated. ➡️ tinyurl.com/MsBoydsAmazo...

First check out of the year goes to: ALL 6th GRADE ELA CLASSES✊🏾📚 #JAReaders

$79 registration fee. Location: Baltimore November 7-9th *I’m speaking on a panel about the Culture of Reading! Join Us😎 www.slj.com/event/slj-su...

I’m on my -ish. #KC_Saidit ✊🏾https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8hKFLjH/

HAPPENING NOW: John Lewis Day of Action, united in solidarity against Trump’s agenda, is shutting down downtown DC.

The Gilded Age African Americans: Summers in Newport would host important AA political, business, civic, & artistic leaders. Families would take part in rare opportunities during the late 19th & early 20th century America for uninhibited social & cultural interchanges. www.gildedageincolor.com

#BelledaCostaGreene #BlackLibrarians #TheGildedAge

The Gilded Age African Americans: Belle da Costa Greene Source: NPR www.npr.org/2024/10/28/n...

After much reflection, I have decided place Boss Librarian PD on hold for one year. During this time, the PD will be re-evaluated and assessed. You can follow me on TikTok at @Boss_Librarian. I will be sharing videos and hosting LIVE events in preparation for the upcoming school year.

The fall Executive Board meeting schedule will be announced in September. EMIERT members are welcome to attend. Please monitor ALA Connect and our Instagram account: @EMIERT_ALA for news and announcements. #EMIERT_Leads

I hope lunch was a delight. Those are some spiffy looking bags. Talented kids!

I was so proud to serve as Chair of EMIERT this year! Here are a couple of pictures from our annual, “Taste of the Town,” luncheon. My students designed and heat pressed all of the gift bags for attendees. 🥰🫶🏾🥰 #ALAAC25 #TrojanLMCMakerspace

What is his booth number?

Dr. Carla Hayden greets members of @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social affiliate, Literacy Nation led by its new President, Dr. Andrea Jamison. #ALAAC25

Proud to protest the lack of #librarians in Philadelphia schools. To learn more, hear this conversation with Philadelphia Association to Restore #schoollibrarians!https://apple.co/3ZD0b9R

Next up at #ALAAC25 (last main stage session)...

Thanks Kathy🥰

Join me today in Rm 123 for the EMIERT President’s Program where we will announce our 2025 Distinguished Librarian Award and I will have an engaging conversation with Adrienne Whaley, Director of Education and Community Engagement at the Museum of the American Revolution. #ALAAC25

When friends meet up at #ALAAC25

Pictures from “The Librarians Documentary” ALA premiere and the Save Philly School Libraries Read-In ALL hosted by @everylibrary.bsky.social. …..You know I was able to have a moment with the Philly Superintendent ✊🏾📚 #ALAAC25

I understand! I hope I will see you today and can give you a hug.

#OurForeverLibrarian A class act, Dr. Carla Hayden. #ALAAC25

EMIERT’s President’s Program 2:30-3:30pm 6-28 Convention Center, RM 123 Boyd & Whaley will discuss strategies for inclusive programming, the importance of culturally responsive education, & the role of libraries & museums as catalysts for social change & lifelong learning. #ALAAC25 #EMIERT_Leads

Look who I met at the DC screening of “The Librarians” on Friday: @kcboyd.bsky.social! KC had the BRILLIANT idea of using the film in MLIS programs. Although we learn about intel freedom in grad school, nothing really prepares you for the attacks when they happen. The film shows how to fight back.

Thread: 1 - Friday night I had the pleasure of viewing, “The Librarians,” at the DC/DOX Film Festival. Director, Kim A. Snyder, and Producer, Maria Cuomo Cole, absolutely NAILED IT!

#OurForeverLibrarian Dr. Carla Hayden www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

During PRIDE Month, support your local Black Book Stores tinyurl.com/BlackOwnedBo...

I’m not certain what the exact number is as of today, but it’s not acceptable for the children of Philly.

📚If you are going to Annual, let’s support Philly Librarians✊🏾🫶🏾Follow @restorephillylibrarians on Instagram www.restorephillylibrarians.org/philadelphia...

The Senate passed a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution that would overturn the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) decision to allow schools and libraries to use E-rate funds for Wi-Fi hotspot lending. action.everylibrary.org/no_sjres7_2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social‬

Join us for our annual banquet with keynote speaker and ALA Past President, @edrabinski ! Registration and more details:  dcla.org/event-6159066

Save-The-Date School Library Journal Leadership Summit www.slj.com/event/slj-su...

Happy Mother’s Day from the JMSA Makerspace Club. All gifts made by students. Silicone and Focal Beads can be purchased from @Creative City Designs #K12 #education

My May Smore Newsletter highlighting Asian Pacific Heritage American Month tinyurl.com/JALibraryNewsletter #KC_SaidIt

Getting ready for May means celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with my students at the Southwest @dcplibrary.bsky.social www.smore.com/xj2m7 @smore

Still celebrating me. National #SchoolLibrarianMonth

Thank you!☺️

💫🎉Happy 40th School Library Month to my fellow school librarians! #KC_SaidIt

Great job, Cole! I was always amazed by the focus & persistence that perler beads could elicit from my HS students, some of whom had no attention span for classroom work, proving the problem wasn’t “them” but the banality of the task. Give students creative choices for showing mastery of concepts.

Thank you Martha🥰

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