School Librarians United with Amy Hermon

Kannan Cangro shares her strategies and resources (and AASL25 presentation!) for incorporating STEAM and CS into her elementary library lessons.   Quick Guide  Presentation Preferred Social Media: @cangrolib on bluesky and instagram Keva Planks   Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.  

12/5/25 • 66:32

Diana Haneski and Dione Mila share their expertise and best practices (as well as resources!) for supporting student volunteers in K-12 school libraries.     ALA Book Dione Mila IG  @LibraryHubLife  My monthly newsletter Linkedin From Learners to Leaders: Empowering Student Volunteers in the School Library | All4Ed   E258 Emotional Support Librarian Diana Haneski @MSDlibrarymedia @dhaneski  @RiversTales River our MSD therapy dog  Newsletter MSD Media Center I Love My Librarian Award  Lemony Snicket Prize for Noble Librarians Who Face Adversity HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response Wakelet: Mindfulness in the Media Center   E257 Building a Brand ALA: Guidelines for Authors  

11/21/25 • 73:19

Tune in to hear the MANY voices of Virginia school librarians attending their 50th Annual State Conference! VAASL Colonial Williamsburg Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.  

11/14/25 • 65:00

Kelsey LaPort shares her AASL25 presentation and resources!   Kelsey LaPort IG: @kelseyisabooknerd AASL25 Presentation The Sustainable Libraries Initiative  ALA Emerging Leaders New York State Educational Media/Technology Association (EMTA) grant  BBC Flying Penguins Amy's Work Log Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today  

10/31/25 • 58:35

21(!!!) School librarians share their perspectives while attending our national conference in St. Louis. The Humble Brag E243 Emerging Leaders (including Sara Levine!) E266 Grant Writing with Keely Nudos Library on Lock with Lauren Mobley E173 Reviving Our Libraries with Wendy Cope and Lauren Mobley E179 Tales from a 1st Year School Librarian with Lauren Mobley E252 Black Girl Magic with Lynair Miller and Lauren Mobley AASL25 official website Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today    

10/24/25 • 64:17

Learn how Alexa Dumas quickly transformed her collection while tapping the energy and enthusiasm of student helpers.     Alexa Dumas IG: alexd_reads Bluesky alexadoom.bsky.social Relabeling Process Project Completion Community Collection Development  Olympian Reading Challenge E198 Genrefication with Kelsey Bogan E330 Young Teen Lit with Christina Chatel and Marcia Kochel Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today  

10/17/25 • 61:02

Maura Madigan shares her strategies for becoming a published author AND best practices and resources for K-12 school librarians!   Maura Madigan ALA Books (3) Bluesky @mauramadigan7.bksy.social Playlists E293 Administrators as Allies  E236 VR and Building Empathy E171 Preparing to Interview  E78 Virtual Job Interviews   ALA Author Info Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today  

10/10/25 • 37:07

Wenndy Pray shares her inspiring journey back to the library, where she fulfills her true purpose and embarks on writing her doctoral dissertation, shedding light on the evolving role of librarians.   Wenndy Pray Research resources Instagram: @praytelllibrarian Bluesky @wpray.bsky.social Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today

10/3/25 • 55:59

Rachel Grover and Stacy Gilbert help us realize the extraordinary work we do every day to support our entire school community and what we can do to support ourselves.     Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books in your first shipment Rachel Grover @rgrov1013:  Blue Sky School website  groverscornerofthelibrary.com - blog (archived) Stacy Gilbert @ MamaGilbs (BlueSky) @ HayfieldLibrary (Instagram) E250 Helping Students Belong Virginia Association of School Librarians E262 Inclusive Programming Rachel's KnowledgeQuest Blog Author Page Stacy's KnowledgeQuest Blog Author Page KnowledgeQuest Article: Branching Out (via ERIC database) Headspace App for Educators Amy's Spreadsheet for daily record keeping  Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today

9/26/25 • 71:18

Katie Moose shares her expert strategies and practical tips for maintaining a vibrant collection. Learn how visual and digital inventories can transform your library space.  Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books in your first shipment   Katie Moose Gmail: katiemoose@ncslma.org Bluesky:@katherinemoose.bsky.social Twitter: @katiemoose Katie Moose's Notes E308 Passive Programming 2.0 Bingo Card 2023 Bingo Card 2024   Bingo Card 2025 - Staff Version   Bingo Card 2025 - Student Version Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today

9/12/25 • 71:50

Jose Cruz reveals how horror books can empower young readers, spark curiosity and imagination. Discover how to transform your elementary collection! Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books in your first shipment LoC Subject Headings Survey (closing on Sept 19) Jose Cruz jose.cruz@yourcharlotteschools.net Presentation Jose's scary chapter book from Capstone PRE Media Center Website Spooky Middle Grade Summer Scares - RA For All: Horror  Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today  

9/5/25 • 69:31

Emma Eriksson and Kelly Jensen share the process and priorities by which this toolkit was developed to inform and inspire our teen leaders.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books in your first shipment Feedback Survey Emma Eriksson EEriksson@bklynlibrary.org  www.bklynlibrary.org/books-unbanned Kelly Jensen IG/Bluesky : heykellyjensen  Website Brooklyn Public Library: Books Unbanned  Why Teens Are Getting Brooklyn Books Unbanned Cards Presentation: Teen Advocacy Toolkit 164 page toolkit 39 page In Their Own Words 303 Anti-Censorship and You Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

8/29/25 • 61:10

Tune in and be inspired by the leadership and commitment of AASL's new president, Amanda Kordeliski.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books in your first shipment Amanda Kordeliski Email: aaslpresident@ala.org Threads/IG @amandalibrarian_reads Bluesky @akordeliski.bsky.social @aaslpres.bsky.social  @aaslala.bsky.social AASL President Courtney Pentland Texas FReadom Fighters  Interviews with Sam Helmick and Dan Montgomery  Advocacy/Leadership  Playlist  Publishers Weekly Interview 2025 Mover & Shaker: Advocates Leadership Travel to AASL Chapters  Reset by Dan Heath Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today  

8/22/25 • 49:48

Discover the crucial role a well-written reconsideration policy plays in protecting a balanced, diverse library collection while avoiding the pitfalls of soft censorship.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books in your first shipment   Tara Cooper email: mrstjcooper@gmail.com ALAAC25 Presentation Board Policy The Krause List Book Riot Analysis of the Krause List Dallas Observer Article Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today  

8/15/25 • 72:21

Feeling like an imposter as a school librarian? You're in good company—join us as we explore why Imposter Syndrome is so common in our field and discover practical strategies to overcome it. Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books in your first shipment   Amanda Chacon Bluesky: @goodreads.bsky.social‬ Twitter: TheGoodRead Tiktok: TheGoodRead IG: OpenBookAmanda 2024 SLJ School Librarian of the Year E242 Our Media Virtual Presence  E207 STEM Librarian  Atlantic: How to Know You're Not a Phony by Arthur C. Brooks Psychology Today IP Test Clance IP Scale M. Sullivan's KQ Article   Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today  

8/8/25 • 53:17

Tune in to hear the MANY voices of Missouri school librarians attending their Summer PD!   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment. Missouri Association of School Librarians MASL Inclusive Book Club AASL / AASL25 Saint Louis Art Museum Delmar Loop Neighborhood Ragtag Cinema Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.

8/1/25 • 92:56

Learn what 2 school librarians are doing to address a significant gap in their library collections.     Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment. Website: Young Teen Lit Email: itstimeforyoungteenlit@gmail.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/youngteenlit.bsky.social IG: young_teenlit #itstimeforyoungteenlit #youngteenlit E286 Middle School Manifesto (Marcia Kochel) E295 We Need Short Middle Grade Books (Christina Chatel) @troymsmedia @medialoguer.bsky.social Marcia Kochel's social media IG @  dhmslibrary @ overbooked.bsky.social  SLJ Articles Move Over Middle Grade: It's Time for Young Teen Lit Move Over Middle Grade Take Two E220 Packing Up with Harry Coffill Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today

7/25/25 • 58:54

Amanda Struckmeyer shares K12 programming and resources in her new book based on the Sustainable Development Goals.    Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment.   Amanda Moss Struckmeyer amandacmoss@gmail.com UofWisconsin Ed.D. Educational Sustainability Make a Difference Book DIY Programming and Book Displays E169 Passive Programming E309 Passive Programming 2.0 Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today  

7/18/25 • 38:46

From submitting her application to her semester working in Finland, Dr. Samantha Hull shares her journey as a Fulbright Educator.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment.   E311 Librarians Building Libraries Fulbright Teacher Exchanges Dr. Samantha Hull IG: @optintoadventure Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today

7/11/25 • 71:13

Hear MANY library leaders share their takeaways while attending this year's American Library Association's Annual Conference in Philadelphia.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment.   ALA Annual 2025 New Executive Director New ALA President Library on Lock Podcast National History Day E175 Reviving Our Libraries  E179 Tales from a 1st Year Librarian E252 Black Girl Magic E316 International Librarianship E290 Restoring Philly School Librarians R.A.I.L.S Can't Shelve This Podcast Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today

7/4/25 • 92:00

Angela Myers shares inspiring programs which support her entire school and her neighborhood.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment   Angela Myers:  amyers@bcps.k12.va.us Twitter: @LibraryRmms FB:  @rmmslibrary IG:  rmmslibrary RMMS Library Webpage E169 Passive Programming (April 2022) E214 Greatest Hits: Middle School (March 2023) Connecting the Community with Your Library State of the Library Visuals Report 2025 Community Outreach Sponsored by the RMMS Library: Amazing Shake  Glebe Club Holocaust Museum Resources for students  E290 Restoring Philly School Librarians Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.    

6/27/25 • 75:57

Molly Dettmann shares strategies (and rewards) of serving on and chairing committees.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment   Molly Dettmann IG @mollydett IG/FB @normannorthlibrary Norman North Library Website Teacher of the Year Finalist Profile Teacher of the Year Finalist Post (Norman Public Schools IG) AASL Blog about Library Molly Dettmann receives AASL Frances Henne Award | ALA E174 Teacher of the Year (May 2022) 2025 SLJ Mover and Shaker: Advocate 2025 AASL Best Digital Tools for Teaching and Learning  YALSA The HUB Blog (Best Fiction for Young Adults) AASL Toor Scholarship for Strong Public-School Libraries AASL Frances Henne Award   Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. 

6/20/25 • 49:07

College librarian Lisa Seymour and HS librarian Amy Armbruster team up to assist HS students taking college courses.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment   Lisa Seymour Presentation LibGuide  IB statement on use of AI Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.      

6/13/25 • 59:49

Author and school librarian Jessica Fitzpatrick highlights goals and considerations in designing teen programming.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment   Jessica Fitzpatrick Bluesky: @librarianfitz.bsky.social Twitter: @librarianfitz IG: @librarian_fitz Book: Growing Teen Engagement E186 Teaming Up with Athletes SLJ Mover and Shaker 2022 Grit by Angela Duckworth 258 Emotional Support Librarian (Diana Haneski) 169 Passive Programming (Angela Myers) 308 Passive Programming 2.0 (Katie Moose)   Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.  

6/6/25 • 46:27

Rebecca Lowe shares strategies and resources for building meaningful career readiness in her library programming.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment Rebecca Lowe Presentation/Resources   Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.    

5/30/25 • 69:37

Amy Brownlee provides a behind-the-scenes look at the NEH Summer Institute she attended and all the resources shared by experts.     Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment   The Librarians documentary @amybrownlee93 on BlueSky & Instagram NEH K-12 Summer Institutes Blog post Resource page Comic-Con 2025 PD with Perks: Travel and Learn article Facebook group: Scholarships, Grants, Summer Institutes & Opportunities for Teachers Blog: BiblioBrownlee.weebly.com Understanding Comics (S. McCloud) Graphic Novels/Manga/Anime Playlist SDSU Center for Comics Studies Pamela Jackson 2025 Mover and Shaker Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.    

5/23/25 • 56:15

Librarian Christine Beachler and researcher Dr. Sara Hoeve share their strategies and expertise learned over years defending students' access to library books.   Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment   E199 Champion Defender: Martha Hickson The Conflict Campaign with Mica Pollock Jodi Picoult's Letter    Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.    

5/16/25 • 74:43

Learn everything you need to know to get wonderful FREE books for your library from Open Books!     Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment! Jaskaran Kaur Gmail: jaskaran@openbooks.org FB/IG  @openbooks501c3 Bluesky @openbooks501c3.bsky.social Linkedin Website Middle School Set Introductory Packet Open Books Merchandise Eloquent Rage by Brittney Cooper   Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Library Exchange Podcast Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.    

5/9/25 • 56:59

Learn how parent advocates and the Florida Freedom to Read Project lead the fight against book bans.     Junior Library Guild Use the code UNITED15 for 15 FREE books with your 1st shipment! Florida Freedom to Read EveryLibrary Bluesky: @flfreedomread.bsky.social IG/FB/Threads: FLFreedomRead Fight For The First Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.   

5/2/25 • 67:32

Blake Hopper shares his journey and why school librarians make excellent administrators.     Blake Hopper @thelitprincipal on Instagram,  fb, Twitter, and TikTok E117 Teaming Up With Your Administration E211 Circulation Software Teach-Lead-Innovate Podcast The Modern Principal Podcast Leading from the Library Podcast Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location! Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.   

4/18/25 • 41:49