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Hilda Weisburg
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Adjunct, Author, Speaker "Retired" school librarian, author of 20 books for school librarians, Instructor of pre-service school librarians at William Paterson (NJ) U and formerly Montana State U.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 1d
One for elementary school librarians from Mr. Rogers.
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A Fred Rogers–Inspired Approach to SEL
Elementary teachers can focus on these fundamentals of child development to support social and emotional learning.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 1d
Librarians are tech educators, but they are far more. Replacing them with technicians is not giving students and teachers what they get when they have access to a certifies school librarian. And the district is seeing that.

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Grossmont schools already feeling impacts of library cuts
Teachers and students say the Grossmont Union High School District board’s recent decisions to eliminate school librarian positions limit students’ access to libraries and further exacerbate concerns ...
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 2d
Love it.
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Federal judge says Texas law requiring book ratings is unconstitutional
A Waco judge this week made permanent a block on a state law that required book vendors to rate materials based on their sexual content and references.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 3d
Practical advice on developing lessons that are based on how the brain works.
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15 Tips to Align Your Teaching With Brain Science
A comprehensive guide to applying the latest insight from neuroscience, psychology, and cognitive science to improve your instruction.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 4d
A victory for now.
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A “Momentous” Victory and the Future of Censorship Efforts
Comic Book Legal Defense Fund interim director Jeff Trexler spoke with SLJ about the Texas House Bill 900 court decision and what comes next in this case, which has been appealed, and the larger battl...
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 4d
Stressed? Who isn't? But leading a purpose driven life will help get your life in balance. And you are likely to live longer as a result.
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A Purpose Driven Life
If you are like most people, you constantly feel as though you are being pulled in multiple directions at once. You are probably tired and overwhelmed if not always at least frequently. It’s not he…
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 5d
AI continues to present challenges.
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How to spot fake scientists and stop them from publishing papers
Journals are considering doing identity checks to expose fake authors — but there are downsides.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 6d
Do see it if you get a chance. It's powerful.

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‘The Librarians’ Centers the Educators Fighting Book Bans
A new documentary centers the voices of librarians resisting censorship.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 6d
Important to know. Share with teachers.

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As temperatures rise, math performance drops
The NWEA findings were especially true for students in high-poverty schools, where air conditioning may not be up to par.
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Dan in Kansas City @daninkc.bsky.social · 8d
When the internet asbestos company decides to come out with super asbestos
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 9d
A win.
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Books about race and gender to be returned to school libraries on some military bases
The order is to be implemented at school libraries on military bases in Kentucky, Virginia, Italy and Japan. Students and their families claimed their First Amendment rights had been violated when off...
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 11d
This goes well with the 2nd edition of AASL's National School Library Standards.
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Future Ready Librarians Updates Framework
Future Ready Librarians Framework 3.0 aims to reflect the evolving needs of the thousands of school librarians who use the framework to guide their work.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 11d
Grateful I live where medical care is abundant.
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In rural America, scarce doctors battle misinformation as they practice medicine
Conspiracy theories about health fill a vacuum created by the lack of doctors in many rural communities. Meanwhile, doctors in these areas say patients have become increasingly distrustful and sometim...
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 12d
If you have the opportunity to see "The Librarians." don't miss it. It's powerful and extremely informative. I saw it at the AASL Conference.
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The fight against book bans by public school librarians shown in new documentary
According to a new report from PEN America, public schools across the U.S. saw more than 6,800 book bans in the 2024-25 school year. A new documentary, “The Librarians,” examines the experiences of sc...
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 16d
A big win.
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Campbell County to Pay $700K to Ousted Library Director in Settlement
Campbell County will pay former library director Terri Lesley $700,000 to settle her lawsuit alleging officials targeted her over LGBTQ-friendly books and…
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 16d
A big win.
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Campbell County to Pay $700K to Ousted Library Director in Settlement
Campbell County will pay former library director Terri Lesley $700,000 to settle her lawsuit alleging officials targeted her over LGBTQ-friendly books and…
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 17d
So proud of my governor.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 18d
It's a step in the right direction. Now to get a certified librarian.
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How this West Philly community built a school library in an old storage space
The new library at William C. Bryant elementary school has more than 5,000 books and will be staffed by parents and volunteers.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 18d
We can always use more leadership tips.
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More Leadership Tips
Being a leader, as cliché as it might sound, is a journey, not a destination. Even though you already are a leader, there is always more to learn. As librarians, being lifelong learners comes natur…
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 21d
With the Congress we have this has virtually no chance of passing, but it's important to keep raising the issue.
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Banned Books Week Congressional Resolution Calls on Local Governments and School Districts to Protect the Freedom to Read
Congressional resolution today called on local governments and school districts to defend the freedom to read while 35 advocacy organizations signed a joint letter that calls for public action against...
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 21d
Techniques for teachers and students on how to fight book bans.
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Teachers and Students Share Anti-Censorship Strategies in New Book
'Ban This! How One School Fought Two Book Bans and Won (and How You Can Too),' published by Zest Books, compiles arguments and approaches used by freedom to read activists at Central York High School ...
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 21d
Check out this documentary.

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Documentary explores the fight against book bans by public school librarians
Learn about a new film that explores the work of public school librarians facing scrutiny by parent groups and politicians
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 23d
She will go far.
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San Ramon Student Writes Financial Literacy Book For Kids
"Too many young adults step into independence with little to no knowledge of core financial concepts," said DVHS student Maanika Thakur.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 23d
The kids can be our best advocates.
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Newsmaker: Iris Mogul | American Libraries Magazine
Banned Books Week Youth Honorary Chair Iris Mogul discusses starting a book club and her work with the National Coalition Against Censorship.
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Hilda Weisburg @hildakw.bsky.social · 23d
Great idea for being pro-active rather than reactive.
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Walk with a Purpose | American Libraries Magazine
Instead of simply highlighting censorship statistics or bemoaning what we can’t read, the Freedom Walk celebrates our right to read.
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