1. Two bills affecting libraries signed into law
2. Registration for May 12 edCampMKE filling up fast
3. View the brand new Wisconsin Youth Services Showcase
4. Deadline extended for Library Administration Consultant applications
5. DPI recruiting for IS Business Automation Senior
6. PLA's Data Survey Submission date extended
7. ALA's National Library Week Theme: You Belong @ Your Library
8. Free Infopeople Webinar: Leveraging Technology to Support Early Literacy in the Library
9. COLAND presentations on 21st Century Literacy
10. Website of the Week
11. Calendar
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1. TWO BILLS AFFECTING LIBRARIES SIGNED INTO LAW

On March 26, 2012, Governor Walker signed 2011 Senate Bill 348 as Wisconsin Act 158, which includes a number of items suggested as remedial legislation by the Department of Public Instruction. Several changes amend Chapter 43 of the Wisconsin Statutes and may be of interest to libraries. The bill officially changes the name of the Division for Libraries, Technology and Community Learning to the Division for Libraries and Technology, and changes the name of the Reference and Loan Library to the Resources for Libraries and Lifelong Learning Service. The bill also corrects a discrepancy in library system membership eligibility for "same services" provision. Details of the senate bill can be found at http://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2011/proposals/SB348.

On March 28, 2012, the Governor signed 2011 Assembly Bill 224 as Wisconsin Act 163. The bill extends 2006 legislation that allowed public library boards to transfer gifts and donations to eligible not-for-profit organizations under certain circumstances, to include community foundations. Details of the assembly bill can be found at https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2011/proposals/ab224.


2. REGISTRATION FOR MAY 12 EDCAMPMKE FILLING UP FAST

EdCamp, a free, one-day "unconference," is set to land in Milwaukee and provide a day of learning for and with educators, administrators, students, and librarian colleagues from the Milwaukee area and beyond. Topics covered at edCampMKE could range from classroom technology integration to brain research and others.

"Participants are encouraged to come with an idea for a session to lead or anticipation for a full day of learning," according to Chad Kafka, Teacher/Tech Coach for Franklin Public Schools and one of the edCampMKE organizers. "The day focuses on education so discussions around a teaching philosophy, sharing a tech tool, or talking pedagogy are all game!"

Other edCampMKE organizers are Tammy Lind (South Milwaukee [WI] School District) and Chris Reuter (Franklin [WI] School District).

A session could potentially explore anything related to education. A session might explore a technology tool, a discussion about best practices or a collaborative presentation with multiple facilitators.

"The concept of educators learning from other educators is a powerful means of professional learning and the edCamp format is a great way to expand and strengthen one's own personal learning network," stated Kurt J. Kiefer, Assistant State Superintendent for the Division for Libraries and Technology at the Department of Public Instruction (DPI). "DPI is committed to supporting this type of professional learning."

EdCamp MKE is scheduled for Saturday May, 12, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at South Milwaukee High School, 801 15th Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI 53172. The edCamp model is envisioned as free. The first session of the day will be where all attendees can share and/or listen to ideas for the rest of the sessions to be offered that day. The 2-minute video at http://vimeo.com/16592733 explains the edCamp concept.

Currently, the organizers are seeking sponsors to cover the costs of breakfast food, lunch, other overhead costs, and t-shirts. If you know a company that would like to help sponsor edCampMKE, please direct them to the sponsors page at http://edcampmke.blogspot.com/p/sponsors.html where they can contact the organizers.

If you are unsure if an EdCamp is for you, Kristen Swanson, one of the original edCamp founders, shares what edCamp is in this TEDxPhiladelphiaED talk (http://www.youtube.com/v/vVDUIoMavLM) from July 2011.

More information about edCampMKE can be found at the following links:
edCampMKE home page: http://edcampmke.blogspot.com/
edCampMKE registration: http://edcampmke.blogspot.com/p/registration.html
Contact edCampMKE Organizers: http://edcampmke.blogspot.com/p/organizers.html


3. VIEW THE BRAND NEW WISCONSIN YOUTH SERVICES SHOWCASE

The Wisconsin Youth Services Showcase, http://pld.dpi.wi.gov/pld_showcase, is a website developed and hosted by the Public Library Development Team at the Department of Public Instruction. The Showcase is designed to highlight the ordinary and extraordinary endeavors of Wisconsin youth services librarians and serves as a positive springboard for identifying and connecting with library peers across the state. Showcase items change monthly. For additional information about the Showcase, contact Tessa Michaelson Schmidt, Youth and Special Services Consultant, at tessa.schmidt@dpi.wi.gov.


4. DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION CONSULTANT APPLICATIONS

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has extended the deadline for applications for the Public Library Administration Consultant position from March 28, 2012 to April 9, 2012.

The Public Library Administration Consultant is a full time position working independently within the Public Library Development Team in the Division for Libraries and Technology to provide statewide leadership and consultation to librarians, library system staff, trustees, and government officials on public library and library system administration, organization, and governance.

Required knowledge and skills include knowledge of public library administration techniques and practices; public library and public library system organization and operation; public library funding and how public library boards of trustees operate and the issues involved in library board/staff relationships; personnel principles, techniques, and practices in libraries; planning and evaluation techniques and practices; small group dynamics; and of the impact of technology on public library services and its use in the storage and distribution of information as well as in training. Starting salary will be between $27.181 and $38.317 per hour (approximately $56,753 to $80,006 per year) depending on qualifications.

The job is located in downtown Madison, Wisconsin. Additional information, including links to the online application and complete position description, is available at http://wisc.jobs/public/job_view.asp?annoid=57907&jobid=57422.

Questions should be addressed to: Denise Kohout, Human Resources Specialist, 608-266-0282 or denise.kohout@dpi.wi.gov.


5. DPI RECRUITING FOR IS BUSINESS AUTOMATION SENIOR

The Department of Public Instruction is currently recruiting to fill an IS Business Automation Senior position on the Resources for Libraries and Lifelong Learning (RL&LL) Team. This position is responsible for oversight of the BadgerLink technical infrastructure and coordination of all BadgerLink services. Required knowledge and skills include but are not limited to knowledge of Internet structure and protocols; commercial World Wide Web browser software; and HTML, ASP, Cascading Style Sheets, scripting language(s), SQL, Web administration techniques and other Web programming tools such as Drupal and LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySql, PHP). Interested parties may also go directly to the WiscJobs website to the view the job announcement at http://goo.gl/wRpTW that includes the application instructions.

Starting salary will be between $22.026 and $36.343 per hour ($45,990 and $75,884 per year) depending on qualifications. The job is located in Madison, Wisconsin. Application deadline is April 17, 2012.

Questions should be addressed to: Laura Tetting, Human Resources Specialist-Sr., 608-266-2189, laura.tetting@dpi.wi.gov.


6. PLA'S DATA SURVEY SUBMISSION DATE EXTENDED

Public libraries interested in submitting data to the Public Library Data Service (PLDS) Statistical Report, an annual publication from the Public Library Association (PLA) may still participate, since the extended deadline to submit library information is April 16, 2012. Participation is entirely voluntary.

All public libraries in the U.S. and Canada have been invited to visit the PLDS survey website, http://pla.countingopinions.com/ and use the library's individual PLDS ID number and password. Note: the PLDS survey uses an ID number and login distinct from the Wisconsin Public Library Annual Report. The ID and password can be requested from the link above.

Published annually since 1988, the PLDS Statistical Report presents topical data to assist public library administrators in making management decisions. Data areas include financials, resources and per capita, annual use and technology. The PLDS Statistical Report is compiled from voluntary surveys submitted by public libraries across the U.S. and Canada.


7. ALA'S NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK THEME: YOU BELONG @ YOUR LIBRARY

From snapshot days to visual poetry events, libraries are gearing up and reminding people across the country and in their communities that during National Library Week and throughout the year the place you belong is at your library. A number of libraries are using the "You belong @ your library" theme sponsored by the American Library Association.

Librarians still looking for ways to promote National Library Week are encouraged to check out the free resources on the National Library Week website at http://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/natlibraryweek. Resources include two audio, print, Web and video public service announcements featuring author, TV host and Honorary Chair of National Library Week, Brad Meltzer. All PSAs are available for download, and the print PSA is also available for customization for libraries.

Other promotional materials include a sample op-ed, proclamation, press release, programming ideas and scripts for use in radio ads. All incorporate the 2012 National Library Week theme, You belong @ your library.

National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. It is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians and to promote library use. Information about National Library Week, along with the logo image and other resources can be found at http://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/natlibraryweek.


8. FREE INFOPEOPLE WEBINAR: LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY TO SUPPORT EARLY LITERACY IN THE LIBRARY

Tuesday, April 24, 2012 2:00 p.m. CDT

* Thinking of enhancing early literacy environments in your library?
* Wanting to learn more about technology for young children?
* Can't decide what type of early literacy technology to add to your library?

This webinar will review the benefits of technology for young children, the types of technology available, and how to incorporate the technology into your library. Find out how libraries can play a role in enhancing early literacy technology experiences and the importance of promoting technology for all ages. This webinar may be of interest to all library staff serving children and youth, as well as library managers.

For more information and to participate in the Tuesday, April 24, 2012 webinar, go to http://infopeople.org/training/support-early-literacy. If you are unable to attend the live event, find the archive listing at: http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar/archived.


9. COLAND PRESENTATIONS ON 21ST CENTURY LITERACY

Twenty first century literacy was identified at the 2008 Library Strategic Visioning Summit as one of the issues of significant importance to the future of Wisconsin libraries. Since that time, one focus of activities for the Council on Libraries and Network Development (COLAND) has been to explore issues associated with health literacy, financial literacy, adult reading literacy, and student literacy. Materials from the four presentations to COLAND surrounding these types of literacies, as well as a document summarizing the presentations, have been posted to the COLAND website at http://dpi.wi.gov/coland under the heading "Literacy Presentations."


10. WEBSITE OF THE WEEK

Nutrition.gov -- http://www.nutrition.gov/ -- This U.S. Department of Agriculture site, a service of the National Agricultural Library, provides easy, online access to government information on food and human nutrition for consumers. (Website reference courtesy of refdesk.com)


11. CALENDAR

April 17-18, 2012 - LSTA Advisory Committee meeting, DeForest

April 23-24, 2012 - American Library Association National Library Legislative Day, Washington, DC

April 25, 2012 - Chief Officers of State Library Agencies (COSLA) spring meeting, Washington, DC

May 4, 2012 - Special Needs Consultants annual meeting, DeForest

May 9-11, 2012 - Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries annual conference, Stevens Point

May 18, 2012 - Council on Library and Network Development (COLAND) meeting, Whitewater

October 23-26, 2012 - Wisconsin Library Association (WLA) annual conference, La Crosse

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Roslyn M. Wise
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Department of Public Instruction
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