Using the Media

[Georgia Phillips]

Think outside the frame. Much can be done to use the media to advocate for teacher librarians and school libraries which doesn't cost money. What are some ideas?

[L. Paatsch]

As individuals, we can all take a few moments to respond to current news events that relate to education and libraries. An emailed letter to the editor, or to shows like "sunrise", or even a call to talkback radio can only help to raise the profile of school libraries.

[Georgia Phillips]

And local papers will happily feature school library events. For a change, actually get them to mention that the teacher librarian organized that author visit or reading challenge! Highlight the value of the TL role in literacy.