by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Children's Services, School Libraries
March 13 is Digital Learning Day, a national celebration of teachers, showcasing the practice and effective use of technology in classrooms.
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Children's Services, Professional Development, School Libraries
The Library of Congress is accepting applications for its week-long summer programs for K-12 educators. The deadline is March 24. This professional development program provides educators with tools and resources to integrate primary sources into classroom teaching,...
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Children's Services, Resources of Interest
Mental Floss shows what can be borrowed from a library besides books. What can your patrons borrow?
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Children's Services, Professional Development
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by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Children's Services, Immigration, Resources of Interest
NOTICE: Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) and expanded Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Please see the statement by Secretary Jeh Johnson concerning the district court’s ruling on DAPA and DACA. Of note, the...
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Resources of Interest
Beginning today, Social Security beneficiaries can view and print their SSA-1099 and SSA-1042S online via their personal my Social Security accounts. Tax season is here, and many beneficiaries need a SSA-1099 or a SSA-1042S to complete their tax returns. If your...
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Health Focus, Immigration, Resources of Interest
Did you know that many patients and healthcare providers often have difficulty identifying good sources of non-English language health information? Many librarians, health care providers and patients are familiar with MedlinePlus.gov. What they may not know is that...
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Disaster Preparedness and Response, Health Focus, Professional Development, Resources of Interest
Are You Ready? Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Health Information Resources for Families and the Community Presenter: Michelle Burda, Network & Advocacy Coordinator, NN/LM MAR Date / Time: February 20th / 2 – 3 pm (ET) Register: ...
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Children's Services, Health Focus, Resources of Interest
Fifteen years ago, measles was considered eliminated from the United States. However, in recent weeks the number of people infected with measles has gone up to 78 since an outbreak in California’s Disneyland. In 2014 alone there were 644 reported cases in the United...
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 7, 2015 | Grants and Other Funding Opportunities, Health Focus, Professional Development
The Affordable Care Act / Access to Care – Libraries Making a Difference Do you want to increase your comfort level when helping library users access health insurance information and the Affordable Care Act (ACA)? Do you understand how the Marketplace works? Do you...
