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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 5h

So proud of my governor.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 1d

It's a step in the right direction. Now to get a certified librarian.
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How this West Philly community built a school library in an old storage space

The new library at William C. Bryant elementary school has more than 5,000 books and will be staffed by parents and volunteers.

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 1d

We can always use more leadership tips.
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More Leadership Tips

Being a leader, as cliché as it might sound, is a journey, not a destination. Even though you already are a leader, there is always more to learn. As librarians, being lifelong learners comes natur…

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 4d

With the Congress we have this has virtually no chance of passing, but it's important to keep raising the issue.
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Banned Books Week Congressional Resolution Calls on Local Governments and School Districts to Protect the Freedom to Read

Congressional resolution today called on local governments and school districts to defend the freedom to read while 35 advocacy organizations signed a joint letter that calls for public action against...

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 4d

Techniques for teachers and students on how to fight book bans.
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Teachers and Students Share Anti-Censorship Strategies in New Book

'Ban This! How One School Fought Two Book Bans and Won (and How You Can Too),' published by Zest Books, compiles arguments and approaches used by freedom to read activists at Central York High School ...

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 4d

Check out this documentary.

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Documentary explores the fight against book bans by public school librarians

Learn about a new film that explores the work of public school librarians facing scrutiny by parent groups and politicians

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 6d

She will go far.
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San Ramon Student Writes Financial Literacy Book For Kids

"Too many young adults step into independence with little to no knowledge of core financial concepts," said DVHS student Maanika Thakur.

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 6d

The kids can be our best advocates.
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Newsmaker: Iris Mogul | American Libraries Magazine

Banned Books Week Youth Honorary Chair Iris Mogul discusses starting a book club and her work with the National Coalition Against Censorship.

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 6d

Great idea for being pro-active rather than reactive.
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Walk with a Purpose | American Libraries Magazine

Instead of simply highlighting censorship statistics or bemoaning what we can’t read, the Freedom Walk celebrates our right to read.

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 6d

Do you use AASL's Promotional Events resources www.ala.org/aasl/advocac...?
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School Library Promotional Events

Promotional events sponsored by AASL, ALA, ALA units, and other organizations which provide an opportunity for school librarians to promote the critical role school libraries play in the education lan...

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 7d

Whole class reading instruction or small groups in K-3. What do you think?

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Small-Group Reading Instruction Is Not as Effective as You Think (Opinion)

We’re missing out on a golden opportunity—one that could effectively triple literacy instruction overnight.

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 7d

Some great classroom strategies to adapt for the library.
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30 Ways to Bring Calm to a Noisy High School Classroom

From 'finding the lull' to the magic of a dramatic whisper, these teacher-tested strategies quickly get high school students focused and back on track.

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 8d

Feel like your life is spinning out of control. Many are in that situation. Here are some ways to get some control back.
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Tools to Take Control of Your Life

Does it sometimes feel as though every day something new is coming at you? You are not alone. This world seems faster changing than ever. With that, each day the news brings information of a new th…

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 10d

And this is what we are fighting.
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From Stephen King to Judy Blume, nobody’s safe from Trump’s book banners

A new list of the most cancelled books in the US includes some of the most revered texts in the world. Here, Alex Hannaford talks to the librarians on the frontline of the battle for free speech

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 10d

We are fighting back.
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Book Bans Are ‘Common and Rampant.’ So Are Educators and Parents Fighting Them. | NEA

Banned Books Week 2025 is Oct 5-11. Learn how to advocate for students’ right to read.

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 12d

Book burning in the 20th century. A reminder.
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Book burning and freedom to read: transatlantic connections | AASL Knowledge Quest

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 12d

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How to guide students as tech evolves 'every minute'

Middle school librarian Brandi Grant believes the library is a place where every student should feel seen, heard and empowered.

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 12d

What is "government speech?" This book is a recounting of a real life adoption of an egg by two penguins. Homosexuality is as normal as being left handed. Although that was once considered wrong and lefties were forced to change their dominant hand.
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Federal judge says "government speech" allows libraries to censor LGBTQ+ books - LGBTQ Nation

One free speech organization has said the judge's ruling allows "blatant viewpoint discrimination in publicly-funded libraries."

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 14d

And now this.

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FCC plans end to school bus internet and library hotspot lending

The FCC is expected to end a Biden-era rule change that allowed nearly 200,000 schools and libraries to loan out Wi-Fi hotspot devices.

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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 15d

How do you view Ambition? You probably need to rethink that.

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Embrace Your Ambition

Are you ambitious? My guess is that some of you would say in many ways you are. However, you might not publicly claim it because of all the negativity surrounding ambition. Certainly, we have all …

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Faith Rogow @insightersed.bsky.social · 18d

An important piece from @lutzfernandez.bsky.social on the MAGA campaign to replace education with propaganda:
"...teachers need us to fight for them like we fought for Kimmel..." 🍎 #AcademicSky #TLSky 🧪 #sschat 📚 Too many people outside of schools don't have a clue about what's happening.

Anne Lutz Fernandez @lutzfernandez.bsky.social · 18d

The Trump Admin's new "civics" initiative is a propaganda project but more. It's an example of what @penamerica.bsky.social calls "censorship by stealth."

Driven by Heritage and Christian nationalist groups, it's one reason why teachers need us to fight for them like we fought for Kimmel.

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