Cathy Jo Nelson
@cathyjon.bsky.social
Retired School Librarian of 38 years; Google Certified Educator/Innovator; Wife; Mom; “Gramma” 🩷
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New Jersey becomes latest state to prohibit bans on books in school, public libraries
New Jersey becomes latest state to prohibit bans on books in school, public libraries
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a law to prohibit book bans in the state and enshrine protections against civil and criminal charges for librarians who comply with the law.
apnews.com
December 9, 2024 at 11:53 PM
New Jersey becomes latest state to prohibit bans on books in school, public libraries
This still goes on!? apple.news/AgdEYCumxR5-...
Segregation Academies in Mississippi Are Benefiting From Public Dollars, as They Did in the 1960s — ProPublica
ProPublica identified 20 schools in the state that likely opened as segregation academies and have received almost $10 million over the past six years from the state’s tax credit donation program.
apple.news
November 24, 2024 at 1:14 PM
This still goes on!? apple.news/AgdEYCumxR5-...
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"By selecting Linda McMahon, Donald Trump is showing that he could not care less about our students’ futures.
McMahon's only mission is to eliminate the Department of Education and take away taxpayer dollars from public schools..." - National Education Association
McMahon's only mission is to eliminate the Department of Education and take away taxpayer dollars from public schools..." - National Education Association
Possible Impact of Linda McMahon Leading Department of Education
If confirmed by the Senate, McMahon is expected to advance the school choice and conservative agenda while trying to fulfill the president-elect's campaign promise of shutting down the Department of E...
bit.ly
November 23, 2024 at 3:00 PM
"By selecting Linda McMahon, Donald Trump is showing that he could not care less about our students’ futures.
McMahon's only mission is to eliminate the Department of Education and take away taxpayer dollars from public schools..." - National Education Association
McMahon's only mission is to eliminate the Department of Education and take away taxpayer dollars from public schools..." - National Education Association
Arrived in Boone, NC for the App State Game—snow is everywhere! Bet the slopes are having a great weekend.
November 23, 2024 at 5:53 PM
Arrived in Boone, NC for the App State Game—snow is everywhere! Bet the slopes are having a great weekend.
Friends I have family in Seattle and I just returned myself from a visit. If you are the praying kind please add Seattle’s citizens to your list. #bombcyclone #poweroutages
November 21, 2024 at 1:27 AM
Friends I have family in Seattle and I just returned myself from a visit. If you are the praying kind please add Seattle’s citizens to your list. #bombcyclone #poweroutages
I’m retired but still popping in as a substitute librarian when needed! Ready to shelve books, create displays, teach, and collaborate—looking for my fellow library superheroes to team up with! 🦸♀️📚✨ #TLSky
November 20, 2024 at 7:57 PM
I’m retired but still popping in as a substitute librarian when needed! Ready to shelve books, create displays, teach, and collaborate—looking for my fellow library superheroes to team up with! 🦸♀️📚✨ #TLSky
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School librarians support Ss & Ts & Admin w/info literacy instruction, research skills, inquiry & leading in strategic initiatives around literacy
Hiring a certified school librarian pays off tremendously if this position is maximized to the fullest!
www.yakimaherald.com/news/local/e...
Hiring a certified school librarian pays off tremendously if this position is maximized to the fullest!
www.yakimaherald.com/news/local/e...
School libraries in Yakima Valley feel the pinch as districts cut back
School libraries and librarians play a key role in students' learning. But school districts are making tough budget decisions in the face of budget challenges and inflation.
www.yakimaherald.com
November 19, 2024 at 2:33 PM
School librarians support Ss & Ts & Admin w/info literacy instruction, research skills, inquiry & leading in strategic initiatives around literacy
Hiring a certified school librarian pays off tremendously if this position is maximized to the fullest!
www.yakimaherald.com/news/local/e...
Hiring a certified school librarian pays off tremendously if this position is maximized to the fullest!
www.yakimaherald.com/news/local/e...
6 hour flight ✈️ today so let’s cultivate a new PLN ⌨️
November 15, 2024 at 1:26 PM
6 hour flight ✈️ today so let’s cultivate a new PLN ⌨️
Just getting started! Had taken a seriously long break from that other platform
November 15, 2024 at 1:21 PM
Just getting started! Had taken a seriously long break from that other platform