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<h1>LM Webinars<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>Ready to Read Michigan Presents</i></b>: <br>
<b><a href="https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2033&">A Joyous Way to Learn! With Jim Gill</a></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><br>
Thursday, October 7, 2021<br>
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET</span></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Music Play to promote readiness, literacy, math development, and inclusion. This lively session incorporates
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jimgill.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cf0a125ea0dac4d11537b08d96962f1f4%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637656699407392634%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=qdo9M8nR%2BmBVnPCdoUUSfPFSOHpJFZQf3frVtigo%2BE0%3D&reserved=0">
Jim Gill's</a> most recent songs as well as in-depth discussion connecting music play with school readiness, literacy development and early math development.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Librarians leave the session inspired to share a new repertoire of songs and playful literacy activities with the children they care for. Even more, they will leave the session understanding
that what is most challenging about working in early childhood is also what makes the profession so exciting. When we define our teaching as helping children learn, we not only provide joyous challenges for the children. We also keep ourselves engaged and
rejuvenated by watching their excitement as they learn. This workshop will connect with the 5 practices of Ready to Read Michigan.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jimgill.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cf0a125ea0dac4d11537b08d96962f1f4%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637656699407392634%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=qdo9M8nR%2BmBVnPCdoUUSfPFSOHpJFZQf3frVtigo%2BE0%3D&reserved=0">Jim
Gill</a> is a musician and author with unique credentials among children's artists. Jim is a child development specialist, having completed his graduate studies in child development at the Erikson Institute of Chicago with a special emphasis on the study of
play. For this reason, each of Jim's recordings and books is created as an opportunity for playful interactions between a child and a caring adult. Jim speaks to early childhood educators, care providers and children's librarians across the country about the
many benefits of play in young children's lives. Jim has shared his expertise on music, play and literacy with organizations such as Head Start, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the National Association for Family Child Care and,
most recently, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.<br>
<b>Cost</b>: Free. <br>
<b>Register</b>: <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D2033%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cf0a125ea0dac4d11537b08d96962f1f4%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637656699407402595%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=4oRjItn%2FX0NfdjmLPpHPtZOxCSpkz90hZgclOcPvjik%3D&reserved=0">
https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2033&</a><br>
The webinar link will be emailed to registrants the day before the webinar begins.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>Ready to Read Michigan Presents:<br>
</i><a href="https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2034&">Storytimes for Everyone! A 3 Session Series with Pamela Martin-Diaz</a></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><br>
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">Training I</span></strong><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333;background:white"><br>
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">Tuesday, November 9, 2021</span></strong></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333;background:white"><br>
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET</span></strong></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333;background:white"><br>
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</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">Training II</span></strong></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333;background:white"><br>
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">Tuesday, November 16, 2021</span></strong></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333;background:white"><br>
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET</span></strong></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333;background:white"><br>
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</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">Training III</span></strong></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333;background:white"><br>
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">Tuesday November 23, 2021</span></strong></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333;background:white"><br>
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET</span></strong></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Early literacy is the base upon which a child who reads with understanding is built. The goal of this 3-part workshop is to teach storytime staff how to explain, model and encourage
caregivers to help their children develop the early literacy skills needed to learn how to read. Participants will become familiar with seminal research on early literacy, how to explain its importance to caregivers while presenting fun, interactive storytimes.
This will also cover the 5 practices of <i>Every Child Ready to Read</i>, the basis of
<i>Ready to Read Michigan</i>.<br>
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alastore.ala.org%2Fcontent%2Fpamela-martin-diaz&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cf0a125ea0dac4d11537b08d96962f1f4%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637656699407402595%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=Z7Ww%2BkdgBsZa4cmBSGilMeylMvBIXBTTokh%2F8c96TVg%3D&reserved=0">
Pamela Martin-Diaz</a> served as branch manager of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, IN, and is now an independent Early Literacy Consultant. Pamela has presented workshops and seminars on early literacy across the country, as well as presented
numerous local training sessions for Head Start and to her early childhood providers.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Cost</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">: Free.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Register</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">:
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D2034%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cf0a125ea0dac4d11537b08d96962f1f4%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637656699407412550%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=an0uyQyDeag46ma9uB2PwAgtOyHO6MFSknCgkF1d81k%3D&reserved=0">
https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2034&</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The webinar link will be emailed to registrants the day before the webinar begins.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoSubtitle"><br>
Whether you are new to youth services or have been in the field for some time, these virtual RTRM workshops will equip & energize you for early literacy storytimes!
<br>
For more information on <i>Ready to Read Michigan</i>, including access to resources such as bookmark templates, posters, storytime flyers and more, go to
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.readytoreadmi.org%2F&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cf0a125ea0dac4d11537b08d96962f1f4%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637656699407412550%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=q9ghHliWNDUV8FO2Ri3TtKKNuS74NKt3uAl%2BqCKFeHc%3D&reserved=0">
<span style="color:#2E75B6">www.ReadytoReadMi.org</span></a>. <span style="font-size:12.0pt">
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoSubtitle"><i>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.</i><i><span style="color:windowtext"><o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2025">Actively Anti-Racist Library Service to Leisure Readers with Becky Spratford</a>
</b>– PCI Webinar<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Wednesday, September 8, 2021<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Increasing the collection and circulation of titles written by underrepresented authors is not a trend, rather, providing robust readers’ advisory service that values equity, diversity and inclusion principles is essential to all library
service. We will move your team from merely discussing "why" putting EDI concerns at the forefront of all of your work with leisure readers is important to the "how," including an honest look at action steps for all staff.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2027">Neurodiversity: A Primer for Libraries with Carrie Rogers Whitehead</a>
</b>– PCI Webinar<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Wednesday, September 22, 2021<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Neurodiversity is a contract to medical and pathology models of neurological differences in the brain. It’s a more nuanced perspective of what exactly is “normal” or “appropriate” in people. This webinar will explain the basics of neurodiversity,
the growing movement, and how librarians can better create programs and advocate for people who are neurodiverse.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoSubtitle"><em><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">PCI Webinars are recorded and available to members of the Michigan library community in the Library of Michigan's <a href="https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills"><span style="color:#5A5A5A;text-decoration:none">Niche
Staff Skills Academy</span></a> about a week after they air. New webinars will be in the New category for several weeks. You do not need to register for a webinar in order to view it later in the Staff Skills Academy.<o:p></o:p></span></em></p>
<p class="MsoSubtitle"><em><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">A full list of webinars offered by the Library of Michigan are available
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FeventList.jsp&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cf55b305704d44a3bed9408d952c30baf%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637631820596158946%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=DHe5YMy2DYLwqXxv6Ace%2Bua5H%2FiYjogqMkaqSh5w5ms%3D&reserved=0">
<span style="color:#5A5A5A;text-decoration:none">on LM’s CE Registration Site</span></a>. LM Archived Webinars can also be found at:
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryofmichigan%2F0%2C9327%2C7-381-88855_89737-301245--%2C00.html&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cf55b305704d44a3bed9408d952c30baf%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637631820596158946%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=GmUE94Yee%2BMWhJetpwuLYVvAs0oTmu%2Bpz5cPgXRRn30%3D&reserved=0">
<span style="color:#5A5A5A;text-decoration:none">https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-301245--,00.html</span></a>.
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<h1>Additional Resources<o:p></o:p></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bookchats20210909/">One-to-One Correspondence – An Essential Skill to Engage Children in the Path to Early Math</a><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Thursday, September 9, 2021 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Whether you are a teacher looking for ways to strengthen the math learning in your early childhood classroom, an educator in a community of practice who wants to learn more about teaching math in developmentally appropriate ways, or a teacher-educator
who wants to offer students an easy-to-use reference and guide for helping young children develop their math competencies and skills, this edWebinar will help you make math learning a fun and worthwhile activity in your setting.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Early math development is one of the most consistent predictors of later academic performance. According to international research, there is an overwhelming need to focus on appropriate early math development. Most early childhood educators
have received very little formal training in math for the early years. The goal of this presentation is to help bridge this gap and to spark interest in developing little mathematicians.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This <i>edWebinar</i> will be of interest to preK-1 teachers, librarians, and school and district leaders. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation.<b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#2E2F2F">
</span></b>Presented by Ingrid Crowther, Ed.D., Author, Executive Director, ICC Lifelong Learn Inc.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bookchats20211006/">Making Space for Preschool Makerspaces</a><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Wednesday, October 6, 2021 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The goal of this edWebinar is to spark interest in developing makerspaces in the preschool classroom. Authors Robin Marx-Mackerley, MS and Cathryn Peshlakai, M.Ed. will:<o:p></o:p></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Define what a makerspace is and how it is different from other makerspaces<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Explain the various types of makerspaces for different settings<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Present the benefits of a makerspace and briefly describe the phases of a maker<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Describe what resources are available in their book, <i>Making Space for Preschool Makerspaces</i><o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">We hope by attending this <i>edWebinar</i>, participants will be energized and motivated to create makerspaces in preschool classrooms. The authors seek to expand the maker community and build maker champions. This edWebinar will be of
interest to preschool teachers, librarians, and school leaders. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation. Presented by Robin Marx-Mackerley, MS, Early Childhood Instructor, University of Nevada, Reno Extension; and Cathryn Peshlakai,
M.Ed., Program Officer, University of Nevada, Reno Extension. Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://www.libraryjournal.com/?event=read-woke-mini-course">From Collection to Action: A One-Day ‘Read Woke’ Mini Course with Cicely Lewis</a><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Tuesday, Nov. 9, 10:00AM - 1:30PM ET<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>SLJ</i>’s School Librarian of the Year (2020) Cicely Lewis founded Read Woke, a movement and call to action to give voice to the disenfranchised in education and literacy. Read Woke Books seek to challenge social norms, give voice to
the silenced, provide information about groups that have been disenfranchised, disrupt the status quo, and share perspectives from underrepresented or oppressed groups.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In this one-day mini-course, Cicely and her colleagues will show you how to bring diverse voices to your library collection and programming. You’ll learn how other librarians have implemented Read Woke Books at their library and how you
can do the same. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-collection-to-action-read-woke-mini-course-with-cicely-lewis-tickets-164183123141">
$85 registration</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Don’t forget the LM CE Stipend can support your professional development needs:
</i><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mi.gov%2FCEstipend&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C793f431f44e44511938f08d95848b829%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637637892809371578%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=Vy5fw8gfEDeKtQYvlgAbZqLtrr05bcpZlCQGJtbZBlI%3D&reserved=0">www.Mi.gov/CEstipend</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.sourcebooks.com/newsletters-librarians-educators.html?_bta_tid=28358160775476402039247174701871287580621294693847890579346270529427878952120603130267827614687549057285">The Well-Read Librarian & Educator Newsletter</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Sign up to receive monthly updates from Sourcebooks:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">Early access to interactive activities<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">Sneak peeks at our newest and upcoming titles<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">Event opportunities and author happenings<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">Exclusive giveaways and deals<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">Ideas for displays, book talks, and featured picks<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Survey</b> from Kent University and University of North Carolina Greensboro
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<p class="MsoNormal">Did you move your summer programs outdoors this year at your public library? Did you offer any self-directed programs that encouraged patrons to engage with nature? If so, we invite you to complete our short survey about this programming.
Your responses will be used to demonstrate how libraries are continuing to innovate and serve their communities during the COVID pandemic. Results will be shared broadly within the library profession, and beyond. Survey link: <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkent.qualtrics.com%2Fjfe%2Fform%2FSV_aXiuwjsilSsu8HY&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C9c647bfee2674206877608d96e12d9bb%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637661856662392871%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=SGisFK9pmHxi%2F1mHkupVglT29TpCj5rZ%2BZvfyGflQR0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">https://kent.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aXiuwjsilSsu8HY</a> <br>
Once you click on the link you will be taken to a consent form where you can choose whether or not to participate in the survey. The survey is anonymous and should take around 15-20 minutes of your time. If you choose to participate, you will be taken directly
into the survey. If you have any questions about the study, please contact Katie Campana at <a href="mailto:kcampan2@kent.edu" target="_blank">kcampan2@kent.edu</a> or Noah Lenstra at <a href="mailto:njlenstr@uncg.edu" target="_blank">njlenstr@uncg.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>In the News…<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/anger-frustration-delta-variant-coping/2021/08/23/1b091700-043c-11ec-a654-900a78538242_story.html">How to handle the infuriating ‘here we go again’ feeling as the delta variant
rages</a> – The Washington Post, 8/23/21 <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.michiganradio.org/post/many-michigan-students-got-lower-m-step-test-scores-during-covid-not-all-students-took-test">Many Michigan students got lower M-STEP test scores during COVID, but not all students took the test</a><b>
</b>– Michigan Radio, 8/31/21<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Wishing you all a safe & fun Labor Day weekend!<br>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:5.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic",sans-serif;color:#2E74B5">Cathy Lancaster</span></b><span style="color:#2E74B5"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%"><span style="color:black">Youth Services Coordinator</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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