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<h1>Collaborative Summer Library Program<o:p></o:p></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The 2020 Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) End-of-Summer Survey</b> is open and ready for your input! <br>
The 2020 CSLP End-of-Summer Survey is now open through<b> Friday, September 25, 2020</b>:
<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSdqwRQuxtvf1yrjDP9Wm9u3iTEpMuL79vezpvkD-PFtxQr2dw%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link&data=02%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Ce1243a535b174a28c21d08d83330baf5%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637315632027661210&sdata=Em%2Bl44G1NWn%2FDBBED%2BokWtG6ZoCHwL60fVan2M4YoY8%3D&reserved=0">
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqwRQuxtvf1yrjDP9Wm9u3iTEpMuL79vezpvkD-PFtxQr2dw/viewform?usp=sf_link</a>.<br>
<span style="color:black">The survey covers three age groups, Children’s (0-11), Teens (12-18), and Adults (19+) [age categories as defined by the Institute of Museum and Library Services]. You may designate someone in your library to complete the whole survey,
or feel free to </span>have different department leaders complete their sections separately. Libraries are listed by District, not branch. For CSLP,
<i>you may combine your virtual views as attendance</i> – this is different than the
<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fdocuments%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FLM_2020_Annual_Report_Changes_685687_7.pdf&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C08d6088f57fb4ed46ca008d8438aab28%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637333610149070544&sdata=6SmkPiglRyoFhvSVBnbe8f2Z8IT6eMcj9BU6ceOVxhg%3D&reserved=0">
standards are for annual reports</a>, so please be advised.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Upcoming CSLP slogans/artists<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2021 Summer Library Slogan: <i>Tails and Tales</i><br>
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Artist: <a href="http://www.salinayoon.com/BOOKS.html">
Salina Yoon</a> – <b>2021</b></span><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt"> </span></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Art work will be revealed next week on Facebook/Twitter @CSLPreads</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">
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<p class="MsoNormal">2022 Summer Library Slogan: TBD* in September<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> * The theme is Oceanography<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Artist: <a href="http://www.sophieblackall.com/books">Sophie Blackall</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">2023 Summer Library Slogan: <i>All Together Now</i><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Artist: <a href="https://morrisongraphics.com/collections/childrens-books">
Frank Morrison</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">2024 Summer Library Slogan/Theme: TBD <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Artist: <a href="https://juanamartinezneal.com/books/">Juana Martinez-Neal</a> [Just announced!!!!]<o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>Resources<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal">Remote/Homeschool Resources compiled for MI public libraries:
<a href="https://bit.ly/MiYouthRemote_20">https://bit.ly/MiYouthRemote_20</a> <o:p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Check out the KitLit TV & Radio site: <a href="https://kidlit.tv/kidlit-at-home/">
https://kidlit.tv/kidlit-at-home/</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Heading1Char"><span style="font-size:16.0pt">MiYouth Virtual Meeting</span></span><br>
<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">Wednesday, September 9<sup>th</sup> – new time: 1:00 PM ET!!!</span></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">
</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Come prepared to share out what your library is doing and to chat & listen with others in youth & teen services.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:
<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmichigan-host.zoom.us%2Fj%2F506813991%3Fpwd%3DZ2NBMTFES1BlRlNVc2lhbzV1eTJ0QT09&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ca9da8a47327249a4ac9408d840597136%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637330100181622020&sdata=FPerZ0JI3TCn4HPBN8CQ6tKWNjH4xfT6kjaLDEnxD0s%3D&reserved=0">
https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/506813991?pwd=Z2NBMTFES1BlRlNVc2lhbzV1eTJ0QT09</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Password: 454345<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Or Telephone:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Dial:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> USA 215 446 3657<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> USA 8883634735 (US Toll Free)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Conference code: 519921<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h1>Upcoming Webinars & Professional Development<o:p></o:p></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D332%26&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ca9da8a47327249a4ac9408d840597136%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637330100181622020&sdata=U135%2BC5g3GoexEuSBtjRCF6hq3fjwbUehvnbw6SJv80%3D&reserved=0">Using
Texts to Promote Libraries & Literacy</a><br>
<b>Tuesday, September 15<br>
2:00 PM ET </b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">In October 2017, the Ypsilanti District Library launched TALK: Text and Learn for Kindergarten, an early literacy text messaging service, with LSTA grant funding. With the support of community partners, the
successful project reached over 1,000 families across Washtenaw County via text, offering activities parents could do with children 5 and under to prepare them for school and beyond. Find out more about this pilot project that may become available to libraries
statewide in 2021. </span>The webinar link will be emailed to registered attendees the day before the event.
<i><span style="font-size:12.0pt">This webinar will be recorded and shared with registrants. It is brought to you by the Library of Michigan and supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=333&">Escape Rooms from the Ground Up: In-person, outreach, and digital versions</a><br>
<b>Tuesday, October 6<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>2:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Join us as two escape-room-loving librarians walk you through what you need to have for escape rooms at your library. We'll cover how to build in-person rooms for families and groups, how to take an escape room to schools, and how to build
a digital escape room for community engagement. In the process, we'll consider budgets and staffing needs for libraries of all shapes and sizes. The webinar link will be emailed to registered attendees the day before the event.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.slj.com/?event=slj-virtual-summit-2020">SLJ Virtual Summit 2020: Culture Shift,</a> is a free, all-day summit on Saturday, October 24, 2020.
<br>
Now in its 16th year, this national convening will focus on creating a culture that promotes an equitable world and closes the opportunity gap for all children.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In this free, day-long event, you’ll gain skills, ideas, and support in leading the change you want to see in your library, school, and community.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Facilitated discussions will follow core sessions, providing you the opportunity to convene, network, and advance ideas on subjects ranging from Reimagining School—what are the lessons of remote learning and how will this impact the classroom
of the future?—to SEL and supporting students and families in the COVID-19 crisis (<a href="https://vshow.on24.com/vshow/SLJVS/registration/17720">advance registration required</a>). <o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>In case you missed it:<o:p></o:p></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://learn.webjunction.org/course/search.php?search=Getting+Started+with+Virtual+Storytimes+&utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=email&utm_content=August+19+2020+Crossroads&utm_campaign=&utm_term=WebJunctionCrossroads_COMM">Getting Started
with Virtual Storytimes</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Format:</b> Webinar, original date June 16, 2020<br>
<b>Hosted by:</b> WebJunction <br>
<b>Length:</b> 1 hour 45 minutes<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Many libraries are moving their storytimes online, to be able to engage with families during times of social distancing. If you want to launch virtual storytimes at your library, but don’t know where to start, this webinar is for you! This
comprehensive introduction to virtual storytimes will include book selection and copyright, technology and social media tools, strategies for accessibility and inclusion, early literacy activities, and ideas for promotion. Learn lessons on how to create a
dynamic and engaging online presence and building a rapport with your virtual audience.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Presented by:</b> Renee Grassi<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.webjunction.org/find-training/free-events.html?utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=email&utm_content=April+1+2020+Crossroads+-+web&utm_campaign=&utm_term=All%20Subscribers">Free Training: August 2020 compiled by WebJunction</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>In the News…<o:p></o:p></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal">EPIC released <a href="https://epicedpolicy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/RBG3-COVID-Survey-Policy-Brief.pdf">
a policy brief</a> last week on how Michigan educators responded to the suspension of face-to-face instruction due to COVID-19.
<a href="https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2020/report-what-us-policymakers-can-learn-from-michigan-educators/">
K-8 teachers and principals reported that students returning to school behind in literacy was one of their greatest concerns</a><b>
</b>about the impact of the pandemic.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Legislature approved a <a href="https://www.michiganadvance.com/blog/gov-signs-bipartisan-school-reopening-plan/">
"return to learn" plan</a> and Gov. Whitmer signed it. Among other things, the legislation states that
<b>student testing will continue in the form of benchmark assessments </b>in fall and spring. While the state is still seeking federal waivers for standardized tests for 2020-21, these benchmark assessments will be used to gauge students' achievement levels
and determine any learning loss due to COVID-19.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://detroit.chalkbeat.org/2020/8/15/21370261/what-school-restart-deal-means-for-michigan-parents-students-and-educators">What school restart deal means for Michigan parents, students and educators</a> – Chalkbeat, 8.15.20<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.freep.com/story/news/education/2020/08/20/flint-water-crisis-settlement-special-education/5617453002/">Flint water settlement includes $9M for special education programs</a> – Detroit Free Press, 8.20.20<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Have a good weekend,<o:p></o:p></p>
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