The SLANZA PD team is excited to announce our first G+ discussion topic for the year. Inspired by a discussion held on the list at the end of last year, we thought the time was right to start thinking and talking about how we select books for our collections. Our G+ discussions are designed to be slow, to allow time for deep thought and to reflect on our practices. Over four weeks there will be four readings followed by reflective questions. You can dip in and out of the discussion as time allows you, and participate as much or as little as you wish. You must be a member of SLANZA to take part in this discussion (and it’s a great year to join with conference coming up!), as well as belonging to SLANZA’s Google+ Community. We look forward to “seeing” you and hearing your thoughts – either for this discussion or one of our other professional development events planned for this year. STEPHANIE ELLIS PD Team
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Last year we were very excited to be able to offer our members a fantastic study opportunity with the Open Polytechnic. As you know, SLANZA is strongly committed to raising the professional standing of School Library staff through ongoing PD and professional qualification opportunities. SLANZA and OP are very pleased to confirm that following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between our two organisations, a fee free offer has been arranged for current SLANZA members studying the Certificate in Literature and Library Services for Children and Young People.
SLANZA is very grateful to OP for their willingness to make this initial opportunity possible, and their commitment to ongoing collaboration. Members looking at study or already working towards these qualifications will be aware what incredible value this offers in the study fee saving. Note: Fee waiver only applies for the first registration for each course. (If you need to re-sit the paper then the cost will be your own). Who is eligible This fee free offer is available to SLANZA members taking either of two courses in OP6273 Certificate in Literature and Library Services for Children and Young People (Level 6):
Note that the OP $60 annual administration fee cannot be waived. It is also important to note that SLANZA members who wish to take up this offer must have either completed the Diploma in Information & Library Studies (Level 5) with OP already, or alternatively, have completed the four prerequisite courses that apply to this certificate. Information on these prerequisites can be found under the ‘entry requirements’ tab of the certificate on Open Polytechnic website. How to take up this offer 1. Your SLANZA membership subscription must be paid in full. If you are not sure of your membership status, please contact Ngaio Blackwood ([email protected]) or your regional representative on the National Executive. 2. Check that you meet OP prerequisite requirements for the certificate. 3. Enroll online via OP website here. 4. At the payment section, use contract code 0663 to receive the fee-free offer. OP will verify SLANZA membership before approving course entry. In Trimester 1 this year OP offers 72276: Literature and Information Resources for Children and Young People. Enrollments close for Trimester 1 on 14 February 2017. Note: This paper was also offered in Trimester 3 2016. In Trimester 2 OP offers 72277: Library Services for Children and Young People. Enrollments close for Trimester 2 on 25 June 2017. We strongly encourage our members to take advantage of this offer now. Further information Any questions? Please contact Jan Irvine: Email: [email protected].nz Phone: 0508 650200, extension 5594 Sandi Faulconbridge President | PD Team Leader Hi everybody
Just to let you know that the latest Issue of SLANZA's online Magazine Collected is now available to non members. Our theme for this issue is "Ebooks" but we also have the usual selection of thought provoking articles as well as business submissions and heaps of reviews. Check it out at slanza.org.nz under the Resources tab. Happy reading. Greig Daniels Editor, Collected magazine ![]() It is with great pleasure that National Executive would like to announce Sandi Faulconbridge as the new SLANZA President. Sandi accepted the National Executive nomination for the position of President in October. NE called for nominations from members between 19 October until 18 November 2016, however no nominations were received. Sandi has been involved in primary school libraries in the Hawkes Bay for twelve years and is currently Library Manager at Taradale Primary in Napier. She has been Chairperson of the Central region and represented that region on NE since September 2014. Last year she took on the role as Team Leader for Professional Development and has run that admirably. In 2015 Sandi completed her Level 5 Diploma in Information and Library Studies through The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand. She had planned to continue her studies in 2017 taking up The Open Polytechnic’s offer of free fees to SLANZA members on particular papers, however that will now be put on hold due to the demands of holding the national President position. Sandi brings a fresh perspective, sharp mind, quick wit and outstanding organisational skills to this role. The National Executive would like to thank SLANZA members for their ongoing support as we have moved through this challenging time. We are confident in Sandi to continue building on the solid foundation and momentum achieved under previous SLANZA leaderships. NE are excited for the future of SLANZA in strengthening and promoting school libraries and warmly embrace Sandi as an empowering force to lead our organisation forward. Julia Smith NE Communications (Photo courtesy of Shayne Jeffares, photographer) Hello everyone
I am absolutely delighted to announce the recipients of SLANZA’s Study Grants for 2017. Our warmest congratulations go out to these successful applicants:
We all understand that working and studying takes quite some commitment. So it is especially gratifying to know that many SLANZA members are continuing their learning in the field of Information and Library Studies. SLANZA is committed to helping make this undertaking easier where we can, as we believe that it will benefit not just our members as their library careers unfold, but that the students and staff in their schools will benefit too, from working alongside a librarian with a deep understanding of their field, and a personal commitment to life-long learning, continual improvement and innovation. Best wishes once again to all our grant recipients! Sandi Faulconbridge Professional Development Team Leader New professional learning opportunity for SLANZA members
We are very excited to be able to offer our members a fantastic study opportunity with the Open Polytechnic of New Zealand. As you know, SLANZA is strongly committed to raising the professional standing of School Library staff through ongoing PD and professional qualification opportunities. SLANZA and the OPNZ are very pleased to confirm that following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between our two organisations, a fee free offer has been arranged for current SLANZA members studying the Certificate in Literature and Library Services for Children and Young People. SLANZA is very grateful to OPNZ for their willingness to make this initial opportunity possible, and their commitment to ongoing collaboration. Members looking at study or already working towards these qualifications will be aware what incredible value this offers in the study fee saving. Who is eligible This fee free offer is available to SLANZA members taking either of two courses in the OPNZ OP6273 Certificate in Literature and Library Services for Children and Young People (Level 6):
Note that the OPNZ $60 annual administration fee cannot be waived. It is also important to note that SLANZA members who wish to take up this offer must have either completed the Diploma in Information & Library Studies (Level 5) with OPNZ already, or alternatively, have completed the four prerequisite courses that apply to this certificate. Information on these prerequisites can be found under the ‘entry requirements’ tab of the certificate on the Open Polytechnic website. How to take up this offer
In Trimester 3 this year OPNZ offers 72276: Literature and Information Resources for Children and Young People. Enrolments close for Trimester 3 on 23 October 2016. Both courses are also offered in 2017. We strongly encourage our members to take advantage of this offer now. Further information Any questions? Please contact Jan Irvine: Email: [email protected] Phone: 0508 650200, extension 5594 Sandi Faulconbridge PD Team Leader Collected Submissions will be closing soon. Our theme for the issue is “ebooks” but we also welcome articles of interest, reviews and accounts of local SLANZA or library related activities. Guidelines for submissions can be found at slanza.org.nz under the Resources tab. Our deadline for this issue is October 15 2016 Please feel free to contact me at the above address if you have any questions or concerns Regards Greig Daniels Editor, Collected Once again SLANZA is calling for submissions for the latest issue of Collected.
Our theme for the issue is “ebooks” but we also welcome articles of interest, reviews and accounts of local SLANZA or library related activities. SLANZA members, Collected is your magazine and we want to hear your voice. If you wish to submit something and have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact me at [email protected] Guidelines for submissions can be found at slanza.org.nz under the Resources tab. Our deadline for this issue is October 15 2016 Please feel free to contact me at the above address if you have any questions or concerns Regards Greig Daniels Editor, Collected A reminder to anyone interested ....
If you are thinking about undertaking Library and Information Studies next year, you may be eligible to apply for assistance. Successful applicants will receive $600 towards the cost of a paper. The closing date for submitting study grant applications is next Thursday 22nd of September 2016. Successful applicants will be notified in October. More information about the grants, including the application form, is available here. SLANZA offers study grants each year, to those working in school library teams. Study grants are available for courses offered by an approved library education provider. We believe that continuing professional development is vital - it helps you increase the knowledge and skills you need to deliver a valued service to your school community, and it can open you up to new and exciting possibilities in the field of librarianship. Sandi Faulconbridge SLANZA PD Team Leader |
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