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Partners
Education
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enhancements
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a resource from Howard County Library
Howard County Library
Administrative Offices
6600 Cradlerock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
PTAs & PTSAs
2007 - 2008
410.313.7750
www.hclibrary.org
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PTA classes
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PTA services
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Elementary school classes
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Middle & High school classes
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Middle school classes
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High school classes
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Student contests
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Designated Library branches
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Online resources
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Scheduling information
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In 2002, Howard County Library and the Howard County Public
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School System announced the formation of A+ Partners in Education ,
a partnership designed to promote scholarship, eliminate student
achievement gaps, and expand academic opportunities for students.
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W HY B OOK
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Help your PTA/PTSA communicate with parents.
Provide classes especially relevant to parents of
elementary, middle, and high school students.
Increase parental awareness of Howard County Library
resources designed to help students academically.
Familiarize parents with Library research databases and
online homework help resources.
Inspire a love of reading.
Strengthen the connection among school, parents, students,
and the Library.
All Library classes are available free of charge.
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PTA C LASSES
WHEN SCHEDULING A CLASS...
available September 2007 - May 2008
To schedule a class for a PTA-sponsored evening
or meeting, or for more information,
contact Rita Snyder three weeks in advance
at 410.880.5910 or rita.snyder@hclibrary.org.
HOMEWORK AND RESEARCH REMEDIES
Is your student about to start a research project or in need of
homework help? Discover the Library's free electronic resources.
Topic demonstrations (see below) can be combined. 45 - 60
minutes; grades 6-8, 9-12.
Please provide the following information:
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LIVE HOMEWORK HELP
Free, qualified tutors chat with students in real time for
assistance with math, English, science, and social studies,
seven days a week. Also available in Spanish. Joint
partnership initiative of Howard County Public School
System and Howard County Library.
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Program title (e.g., Recommended Reads)
School name
Grade and number of students
Location (class, media center, other)
Preferred dates (1st, 2nd, 3rd choices)
Preferred times (e.g., 10 am or 1:30 pm)
Your name and title
Preferred method of communication (phone number or
email address) and best times to reach you
(e.g., jane_doe@hcpss.org or x1234 any time after 3)
Any special considerations or requests
(e.g., please talk to me about the needs of an autistic
student in my class.)
Please call with the above information or use the online form
available at www.hclibrary.org/partners/teachers.php
ASKUSNOW
Get answers from a live librarian 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. Also available in Spanish.
Request all classes at least three weeks in advance.
Please have several date/time options available.
RESEARCH DATABASES
A faculty member must be present during the class.
Learn how to access reliable, accurate information from
electronically published reference books, magazines,
and newspaper articles through the Library's online
subscription information databases.
Classes may be adapted for the needs of ESOL and
special education students and groups.
Programs are intended for one pod-sized or classroom group.
See pages 12-13 for whom to contact for planning.
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F REE O NLINE R ESOURCES
www.hclibrary.org/partners
PTA C LASSES
available October 2007 - May 2008
ASKUSNOW!
24/7 access to live information experts from your computer. A
librarian guides you in real time to useful web sites or answers
specific questions.
STANDARDIZED TEST PREP
Preparing for HSA, SAT, ACT, or AP exams? Learn about
online practice exams, study courses, and skills exercises
available through the Library's Learning Express database.
LIVE HOMEWORK HELP
Students, grades 4 and up, interact online with tutors seven days a
week in math, science, English, and social studies. Math and
science also available in Spanish, Sunday through Thursday.
SCIENCE FAIR STARTERS
LEARNING EXPRESS LIBRARY
PREPARE FOR HISTORY DAY
Online practice tests and courses for school and work, including
advanced placement, SAT and other undergraduate/graduate
school entrance exams, and job related tests in areas such as
nursing, teaching, and the military. Get immediate scoring,
complete answer explanations, and analysis of results.
As your student begins a History Day project, learn
about historical information and primary source materials.
Not sure where to begin a science fair project? Discover
how to find ideas, experiments, and information.
INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH: HOMEWORK AND PROJECTS
Learn about the Library's online tools for research and homework.
Topics include choosing web sites, using subscription databases,
citing an Internet source, Live Homework Help, AskUsNow,
science fair, and history day. 45 - 60 minutes; grades 3-5.
GREAT BOOKS FOR KIDS
Learn about books with proven kid appeal for all reading levels.
Emphasis on newly published books. 45 minutes; grades 3-5, 6-8,
9-12.
HELPING NEW READERS READ
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The Library can assist beginning readers with numerous levels of
“easy readers” and multimedia aids designed to help children
learn to read. 30 - 45 minutes; grades K-2, ESOL students.
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FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS
O THER S ERVICES
If you have questions or want to schedule a class, please call or
SPECIAL EVENT NIGHTS
Library staff can provide activities, books, and library information
at an event. Staff also can provide an information table, book
displays, and on-site checkout for any school occasion, such as
Reading Night, Math Night, and Science Fair orientation.
LIBRARY CARD DRIVES
The Library provides forms and assistance in registering students
for a library card. Forms available in English, Chinese, Korean,
Spanish, Vietnamese, and Urdu.
SUMMER READING
In May and June, Library staff is available to explain the Summer
Reading club, and talk about books related to the club’s theme.
30 minutes.
e-mail the appropriate person listed below.
CENTRAL LIBRARY
Maggie Smith
410.313.7870
Clarksville MS
Wilde Lake MS
Wilde Laks HS
Lime Kiln MS
Atholton HS
margaret.smith@hclibrary.org
Harpers Choice MS
River Hill HS
EAST COLUMBIA BRANCH
rachel.reznick@hclibrary.org
Rachel Reznick
410.313.7711
Cradlerock School
Homewood Center
Oakland Mills MS
Oakland Mills HS
App. & Reseearch Lab
ELKRIDGE BRANCH
Annie Dash
410.313.5087
anne.dash@hclibrary.org
Bonnie Branch MS
Howard HS
Elkridge Landing MS
Long Reach HS
Mayfield Woods MS
GLENWOOD BRANCH
Lee Farrell
410.313.5583
lee.farrell@hclibrary.org
Folly Quarter MS
Glenwood MS
Mount View MS
Glenelg HS
Marriotts Ridge HS
MILLER BRANCH
Courtney Gardinier
410.313.1964
Burleigh Manor MS
Patapsco MS
Dunloggin MS
Centennial HS
courtney.gardinier@hclibrary.org
Ellicott Mills MS
Mt. Hebron HS
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John Jewitt
410.880.5983
john.jewitt@hclibrary.org
Hammond MS
Hammond HS
Murray Hill MS
Reservoir HS
Patuxent Valley MS
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FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
If you have questions or want to schedule a class, please call or
C LASSES
FOR
E LEMENTARY S CHOOLS
available October 2007 - April 2008
e-mail the appropriate person listed below.
CENTRAL LIBRARY
Elisabeth Proffen
410.313.7880
Bryant Woods
Clarksville
Clemens Crossing
Fulton
Longfellow
Pointers Run
elisabeth.proffen@hclibrary.org
Running Brook
Swansfield
Irva Gabin
410.313.7730
irva.gabin@hclibrary.org
Atholton
Cradlerock School
Guilford
Jeffers Hill
Phelps Luck
Stevens Forest
Talbott Springs
Thunder Hill
Bellows Spring
Deep Run
Elkridge
Ilchester
kim.ha@hclibrary.org
410.313.5579
Bushy Park
Dayton Oaks
Lisbon
Manor Woods
Triadelphia Ridge
KINDNESS COUNTS (Choose Civility)
tanya.malveaux@hclibrary.org
Waverly
West Friendship
MILLER BRANCH
Stacey Freedman
410.313.1955
Centennial Lane
Hollifield Station
Northfield
St. Johns Lane
Waterloo
Sample the cultures of the world through stories, songs, and
activities. 45 minute presentation; grades 1-5.
Rockburn
GLENWOOD BRANCH
Tanya Malveaux
Library staff visit and read to students. A perfect Read Across
America classroom activity or just a chance to bring the Library
to the school; grades pre-K-3.
MULTICULTURAL MEDLEY
ELKRIDGE BRANCH
410.313.5085
Library staff will delight your students with new tales and old
favorites. Teachers may request a particular theme. 30 minute
presentation; grades pre-K-2.
GUEST READERS/READ ACROSS AMERICA
EAST COLUMBIA BRANCH
Kim Ha
STORIES GALORE
stacey.freedman@hclibrary.org
Worthington
Veterans
Enhance your study of character education through stories and
activities. 30 minute presentation; grades 2-3.
CHESAPEAKE CHOICES
Every day is Earth Day! Learn how you can affect your
environment and the Chesapeake Bay, Maryland's greatest
natural resource. While playing the Chesapeake Choices Jeopardy
game, students learn environmental vocabulary, explore the
Library's science resources (print and online), and discover how
to make good environmental choices. 60 minute presentation;
grades 3-5.
S AVA G E B R A N C H
Susan Maranto
410.880.5978
Bollman Bridge
Gorman Crossing
Hammond
12 Forest Ridge
susan.maranto@hclibrary.org
Laurel Woods
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STUDENT CONTEST OPPORTUNITIES
available October 2007 - April 2008
BUMBLEBEE
ONCE UPON A FAIRY TALE
Compare versions of traditional tales from around the world. Test
your fairy tale knowledge! 45-60 minute presentation; grades 2-4.
BOOKS GALORE
Give your students a shot of reading inspiration with tempting
talks on books, authors, and series. Emphasis placed on newly
published books. 30 minute presentation; grades 3-5.
INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH: HOMEWORK AND PROJECTS
BATTLE OF THE BOOKS
Coordinated by Howard County Library and the Howard County
Public School System
Designed to introduce students to online tools for research and
homework. Topics include choosing credible web sites, accessing
the Library’s subscription databases, citing an Internet source, and
searching the Library’s catalog. Can include Live Homework
Help, AskUsNow, and LearnATest information. Library staff can
address specific topics, such as science fair and history day. 45
minute presentation; grades 4-5.
Battle of the Books, a reading competition for fifth graders,
engages students who love to read. Twenty-five teams will read a
total of 15 books each. During the competition, the moderator will
ask questions about the books. Each member of the winning team,
as well as the second and third place teams, will receive a prize.
SPIRIT OF AMERICA: AMERICAN REVOLUTION
Seventh-grade students read Arthur Conan Doyle’s “The Speckled
Band,” then write an analytical essay. Materials available at
www.hclibrary.org and in branches in September. Deadline for
entries is in May. Winners announced at a special event in June.
Trace the beginnings of a new nation through great reading, as
you demonstrate your understanding of the Spirit of 1776. In a
“twenty questions” style game, students test their knowledge of
people, places, and events associated with the Revolution, its
pre-cursors and aftermath, and hear about related fiction and nonfiction. 60 minute presentation; grade 5.
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The BumbleBee prepares students in grades 1-3 for the Howard
County Library Spelling Bee. The Library provides suggested
guidelines, lists of suggested words, and booklists to help students
prepare. The winners will be recognized at the Howard County
Library Spelling Bee.
SHERLOCK HOLMES ESSAY CONTEST
Sponsored by Watson’s Tin Box and
Barnes and Noble of Ellicott City
WORD UP! POETRY CONTEST
Cosponsored by Friends of Howard County Library
Students in grades 6-12 may submit up to three original poems to
the Library. Winners receive cash prizes, the opportunity to read
their poem at a Library event, and a printed volume of the year's
winning poetry. All entrants recognized at a Library event. Find
more information in January at www.hclibrary.org.
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available October 2007 - April 2008
FOR
M IDDLE & H IGH S CHOOLS
available October 2007 - April 2008
RESEARCH REMEDIES
BOOK CLUBS
Are students about to start a research project, or do they need
assistance with homework? Library staff demonstrate how to
access the Library’s electronic resources. Programs can be
combined. 30 minutes; grades 9-12.
Library staff provide the books, your students read them, and we
return to lead the discussion. Books may be checked out.
45 minutes.
Literature Research
Whether researching a book, poem, short story, play,
genre, or author, Library staff can assist.
STORIES 101: MORE THAN JUST READING THE WORDS
Students will learn why reading aloud to preschoolers is important
and how to engage children in stories through the use of books,
props, and music. Students will learn about Library resources to
support reading aloud. 50 minutes; grades 9-12.
STUDENT CONTEST OPPORTUNITIES
HOWARD COUNTY LIBRARY SPELLING BEE
Cosponsored by BB & T
Classroom and school bees for students in grades 4-8 are held
November through January. Winners advance to the Library’s
regional bee on March 14. The winner of the regional bee will
compete in the National Spelling Bee in Washington, DC. The
Howard County Spelling Bee is organized under the rules of the
Scripps National Spelling Bee. More information available at
www.hclibrary.org.
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Books for Boys
Grades 6-8, 9-10
Girl Power
Grades 6-8, 9-10
Reluctant Readers
Grades 6-8, 9-10
Graphic Novels
Students read and discuss titles such as the 2007
Printz Award winner, American Born Chinese.
Grades 8, 9-10
Newcomers
Newly arrived ESOL students read high interest-low
vocabulary picture books that connect with their personal
experiences. Library staff work with you to determine
the appropriate reading level and subjects of interest.
Grades 6-8, 9-12
RECOMMENDED READS
Inspire readers with tempting talks on books, authors, and series.
Library staff can promote any subject you choose, great summer
reads, or popular titles. Emphasis on newly published books. 45
minutes; grades 6-8, 9-12.
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M IDDLE & H IGH S CHOOLS
J UST
available October 2007 - April 2008
FOR
M IDDLE S CHOOLS
available October 2007 - April 2008
RESEARCH REMEDIES
FOLKLORE AND MYTHOLOGY
Are students about to start a research project, or do they need
assistance with homework? Library staff demonstrate how to
access the Library’s electronic resources. Programs can be
combined. 30 minutes (unless noted below).
Which character is named for a leafy green? What flying horse is
on the Tri-Star Pictures logo? Test your knowledge of famous
characters and timeless stories. 45 minutes; grades 6-8.
AskUsNow!
Get answers from a live librarian 24 hours a day/seven days
a week. Staff show you how to AskUsNow! 20 minutes.
Career Resources
Use electronic resources to discover different careers, what
training is necessary, and how much you can expect to earn!
Standardized Test Prep
Preparing for the MSAs or the HSAs? Library staff
introduce some online tools.
Live Homework Help
A library card gives students access to an online tutor every
day for help with math, science, English, and social studies.
Prepare for History Day
Before beginning your History Day project, refer to the
Library’s electronic resources. Discover how to access
historical information, primary source materials, and more.
DEBATE
This class combines research techniques and speaking skills to
help students participate in debates on important, interesting
topics. Students receive individual and team guidance and
coaching while competing in structured debating formats. All
participating students are invited to a spring speech and debate
tournament. 45 minutes; grades 6-8.
DEBATE TOURNAMENT
Middle school students who participate in the Debate class are
invited to compete in a speech tournament held in the spring.
Students receive individual and team guidance and coaching
while competing in structured debating formats.
LAW DAY MOCK TRIALS
Students learn the legal system by participating in a mock trial.
Interested classes can receive a template and may join a
competition that culminates on Law Day in the spring.
45 minutes; grades 6-8.
Science Fair Starters
Not sure where to begin your science fair project?
Discover how to find ideas, experiments, and information.
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