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January Professional Development Opportunities
Guest post by Joy Schwarz
Please check the NEWI list of free webinars to find online continuing education opportunities you may attend from where you are. Most sessions are 60 minutes long, and are provided – at no charge to you – by associations, agencies, companies, and library systems. There’s a lot to choose from, so here’s a sample of topics that may be of interest to you.
Managing stress & building resilience; click title to register:
Training Videos Demonstrate Inclusivity
Three inclusivity training videos are available for public library staff. The videos, developed by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, serve as an enhancement to the Inclusive Services Assessment and Guide for Public Libraries.
New Workforce Assistance Resources for Public Library Staff
New resources are available on the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction website to help public libraries better prepare in providing workforce assistance to library users, including job searches. Visit https://dpi.wi.gov/pld/workforce-assistance and bookmark this page on staff computer stations for library staff training webinars, a marketing toolkit, and links to community workforce partners and resources.
Applications Now Being Accepted for NEA Big Read
Sharing a library related news release from DPI ConnectEd. This is a fantastic opportunity for public and school library collaborations in communities throughout Wisconsin.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2022-23 National Endowment for the Arts Big Read Program.
December Professional Development Opportunities
Guest post by Joy Schwarz
Please check the NEWI list of free webinars to find online continuing education opportunities you may attend from where you are. Most sessions are 60 minutes long, and are provided – at no charge to you – by associations, agencies, companies, and library systems. There’s a lot to choose from, so here’s a sample of topics that may be of interest to you.
Managing stress & building resilience; click title to register:
WLTC Team Spotlight: Waukesha Teamwork Cultivates Deep Listening, Outward Thinking
Written by Dawn Tevis
WLTC Team Spotlight: Richland Center Discovers New Direction, Perspective through Project Process
Written by Dawn Tevis
WLTC Team Spotlight: Plymouth Teen Leaders Inspire Community Action, Connection with New Advisory Board
Written by Dawn Tevis
Grant Opportunity for Public and School Libraries
The following message has been provided by the 21st Century Community Learning Center consultants. The Library Services Team encourages public and school librarians to work collaboratively in applying for these grants.