[Michlib-l] Youth & Teen Services Updates

[Lancaster, Cathy (MDE)]

MiYouth
Tuesday, October 11th
2:00 PM ET
Join LM's Youth Services Advisory Council (YSAC) for discussion and idea sharing around Fall & Winter programming. Please note that MiYouth has transitioned to quarterly meetings (months vary) on the 2nd Tuesday at 2pm. Looking forward to seeing you at the next "MiYouth TWOsday!" We'll be sure to remind you to mark your calendars.
MiYouth meetings are open to all public library staff who work with youth in Michigan.
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/506813991?pwd=Z2NBMTFES1BlRlNVc2lhbzV1eTJ0QT09
    Password: 454345
Transforming Teen Services
An In-Person Workshop, 10am-5pm ET at the three following locations:
Monday, November 14th at Bloomfield Township Public Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2570>,
Tuesday, November 15th at KDL's Kentwood Branch<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2575>,
or Thursday, November 17th at Otsego County Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2580>
This workshop will introduce participants to the core concepts of Connected Learning (CL) and Computational Thinking (CT) and how they apply to teen services.
We will explore the Connected Learning principles of relationships, interests and opportunities and how to apply the theory into practice. Using the concepts of CT as a problem-solving framework, we will take part in an activity that introduces library staff to a project they can use for teen programming. Participate in hands-on, interactive learning and discuss what CL and CT are and how they can be integrated into teen activities. This workshop will help participants scaffold knowledge they may already have about CL and CT and use it to recognize the ways in which CT supports CL.
Instructor: Leah Delia Larson is a Youth Development Program Leader for Central Minnesota 4-H. Leah has extensive expertise in various levels of education. She started her career in education in 2001, and has taught everything from middle school ESL and special education in Texas to elementary school in Brooklyn, New York. Most recently, she worked with the Minnesota Department of Education as a LSTA (Library Services and Technology Act) Grant Coordinator/School and Teen Services Consultant and has worked in K-12 schools as a library media specialist. Leah is passionate about building partnerships to expand youth programming, culturally relevant curriculum, bilingualism and social and emotional health and well-being. Leah has been a trainer and assisted in development of the YALSA Transforming Teen Services course work since 2019.
Space is limited and there will be a waitlist. If you register but need to cancel, please do so 72 hours before the event so we can arrange for someone to fill your seat.
This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan.
Registration & details can be found at https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing-education-opportunities.

Collaborative Summer Library Program
Save the Date!  CSLP's Summer Symposium returns December 8th! Speakers and topics will be announced in the coming weeks, with registration for this virtual symposium opening later in October.
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Reminder: Please complete the summer library survey from the Collaborative Summer Library Program - even if you didn't use "Oceans of Possibilities" this year!
CSLP has created a survey so they can better assess the usefulness of the materials offered by the program on a national level to better serve you, the CSLP membership! All feedback helps shape programming for years to come, and you did not need to have used the theme to complete. Survey closes this Friday.
The survey can be found here: <https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSeBq6Yof5mW1gGzDeHroUQ7h09MRZ94kEWQQYnytTgXIcmPyA%2Fviewform&data=05%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C97245224ad2b4ff56b8208da9018fffc%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637980734302223144%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uJd0ZWuVSwaiVHw6T%2FurTZl42GSWb7ApdnJFDakODy0%3D&reserved=0> https://forms.gle/DKo3uSSKVwqVoS5x9
This program is supported in part thanks to the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Resources
YALSA
Vote for Teens Top Ten<https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=418>
Spread the word that Teens Top Ten voting is now open through September 30th! Please share this link<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsLukBTRdg_AjbMVweM7Nq1Jk1WzT0JtrL0SntjOPpu4GY_w/viewform> with your teens to get them to vote.

ALSC
Applications for the Bechtel Fellowship are now being accepted.
The Louise Seaman Bechtel Fellowship provides a grant up to $7,500 to a qualified children's librarian to spend up to four weeks reading and studying at the Baldwin Library of Historical Children's Literature of the George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville. The Baldwin Library contains a special collection of 130,000 volumes of children's literature published mostly before 1950. The fellowship is endowed in memory of Louise Seaman Bechtel and Ruth M. Baldwin.
The application and more information can be found at www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/profawards/bechtel<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Falsc%2Fawardsgrants%2Fprofawards%2Fbechtel&data=05%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C9128063f529e47ec551f08da906cfe4d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637981095063960742%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=22EsB3nf64kH2P1qWsNpSE0UxHnDngy3%2FSGoVCc0u80%3D&reserved=0>
The deadline for submitting materials is October 15, 2022.
For any questions about the award/application, please contact ALSC Professional Recognition and Scholarships Committee Co-Chairs, Elizabeth Burns  (eburns at njstatelib.org<mailto:eburns at njstatelib.org>) and Rachel Fryd (frydr at freelibrary.org<mailto:frydr at freelibrary.org>)

New Dyslexia Guide Will Help Educators and Students Improve Literacy Skills<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/news-and-information/press-releases/2022/08/29/new-dyslexia-guide-will-help-educators-and-students-improve-literacy-skills>
The "Michigan Dyslexia Handbook: A Guide to Accelerating Learner Outcomes in Literacy<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/-/media/Project/Websites/mde/Literacy/Lit-in-MI-and-Essential-Practices/MDE_Dyslexia_Handbook.pdf?rev=57556cd77b9045de81b1e6c85a9780f6&hash=A8BF34BC212F61A82FE82D3198448687>" is designed to help educators develop a shared understanding of best practices to prevent reading difficulties associated with the primary consequences of dyslexia-a word-level reading disability. The handbook also provides assessment practices needed to inform instruction and intervention methods for learners with dyslexia characteristics.

Read by Grade Three: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers from Your Library<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/-/media/Project/Websites/libraryofmichigan/For-Libraries/Youth-Library-Services/RTRM/LM_2019_Read_by_Grade_Three_Trifold_final_accessible.pdf?rev=79ee740931e24e469322e824011220de&hash=7F7E7B867A3C6327443D0543A984E4C0>
Libraries are encouraged to download and add their contact information to this public library Read by Grade Three Guide<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/-/media/Project/Websites/libraryofmichigan/For-Libraries/Youth-Library-Services/RTRM/LM_2019_Read_by_Grade_Three_Trifold_final_accessible.pdf?rev=79ee740931e24e469322e824011220de&hash=7F7E7B867A3C6327443D0543A984E4C0> and print for patrons to take home. Additional resources and information can be found on the Read by Grade Three Law<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/academic-standards/literacy/early-literacy-read-by-grade-three-law> from the Michigan Department of Education.

Banned Books Week -Macmillan
Macmillan Children's Publishing Group stands against censorship, and in support of the librarians and teachers who are doing their part to share a love of reading with their students. We believe that all readers deserve access to an inclusive selection of titles and we are committed to working with our authors to reach readers with their stories. Visit The National Coalition Against Censorship<https://ncac.org/> and the American Library Association's Office of Intellectual Freedom<https://www.ala.org/tools/challengesupport> to report censorship in your community.
Want to host a Freedom to Read Roundtable event for your community? Find a step-by-step guide and more online here!<https://www.mackidsschoolandlibrary.com/freedom-to-read-roundtable/> Additional Macmillian resources, including author talks, are here: https://www.mackidsschoolandlibrary.com/banned-books.

2022 Noche de Cuentos Mini-Grants Program
https://www.reforma.org/noche-grants
REFORMA will award up to 8 mini-grants of $300 to support a Noche de Cuentos program between the months of September and December.
Eligibility Criteria:

  *   Public libraries, academic libraries, school libraries, and community organizations in the United States including Puerto Rico are eligible to apply.
  *   The library or the person submitting the application must be a current member of REFORMA.
  *   The program must celebrate Latino culture. Proposed programs must focus on oral traditions and be storytelling based, with an emphasis on cultural literacy activities.
  *   Funds will be provided to pay for hired storyteller/performer, and to support other related expenses such as publicity, materials, decorations, and refreshments - as specified in your proposal. Only 20% of monies can be spent on refreshments.
  *   The program must take place between the months of September and December, 2022. Virtual or in-person.
  *   Winners must agree that publicity for their event will identify REFORMA as sponsor/partial sponsor. Winners agree to use the Noche de Cuentos program logo and flyer/poster templates<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.com%2Fv3%2F__https%3A%2Fnochedecuentos.org%2Fresources%2Fdownloads%2F__%3B!!Db6frn15oIvDD3UI!jHDL3sHPPJKa8na6EIqX24z3lGOP__EVPKRiD-EAJHYWNNBYhyAVakOz-j4KT_gbs649y0BeqPacJLV_cV-pNvo%24&data=05%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C46d1e2453cc247776ae608da90fa908d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637981703090306894%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9%2BVdC3C1gF8MU7aa%2FnEL%2FLhqi5xor7V3h%2BSe43pmvGI%3D&reserved=0> provided by REFORMA.
  *   Winners must submit a final report by January 31, 2023.
  *   Winners must be willing to have their program featured on the REFORMA website, listserv, social media accounts, and Newsletter both in written and photographic detail.
  *   Applications must be received by 11:59 PM (PST) on September 18, 2022.

In the News...
Michigan's 3rd-grade reading scores show the cost of remote COVID learning<https://www.bridgemi.com/talent-education/michigans-3rd-grade-reading-scores-show-cost-remote-covid-learning> - Bridge MI, 9.1.22

Michigan third graders flagged for low reading scores<https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2022/third-grade-reading-2022> - MSU EPIC, 9.1.22

Novelist Nora Roberts' large donation part of $250K for library defunded in LGBTQ book controversy<https://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/2022/09/novelist-nora-roberts-large-donation-part-of-250k-for-library-defunded-in-lgbtq-book-controversy.html> - Mlive, 9.1.22

Pandemic Impact: Reading Scores Show Largest Decline Since 1990<https://www.slj.com/story/pandemic-impact-reading-scores-show-largest-decline-since-1990> - SLJ, 9.1.22

Michigan to deepen Native American history in social studies standards<https://www.bridgemi.com/talent-education/michigan-deepen-native-american-history-social-studies-standards> - Bridge MI, 8.31.22

Stand Up Against Book Challenges<https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2022/08/stand-up-against-book-challenges/> - ALSC Blog, 8.25.22

Librarians fight censorship as attacks grow around state<https://www.lansingcitypulse.com/stories/librarians-fight-censorship-as-attacks-grow-around-state,22522> - Lansing City Pulse, 9.8.22

Stateside Podcast: West Michigan library fights back<https://www.michiganradio.org/podcast/stateside/2022-09-07/stateside-podcast-west-michigan-library-fights-back> - Michigan Radio, 9.7.22

Cathy Lancaster
Youth Services Coordinator
Library of Michigan
702 W. Kalamazoo St.
Lansing, MI 48915
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Join the MiYouth<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls.org%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fmiyouth&data=02%7C01%7CNorrisS2%40michigan.gov%7Caf51448f1e92415533aa08d6f4b53328%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C636965456410852648&sdata=nModcBWFyzGoDGK%2FtwsSeAXV%2F85AQKEtzzQQj%2FV%2B5fM%3D&reserved=0> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services.


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