Rebecca Herwatic Leonhard
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The ECIS Library Committee is officially on summer recess! ☀️✈️
Thanks for an amazing year of connection—from our conference to our webinar series, it’s been a blast. Wishing all our fellow librarians a restful break filled with zero lost-book hunts and plenty of downtime. See you in September! 🌴📖
Thanks for an amazing year of connection—from our conference to our webinar series, it’s been a blast. Wishing all our fellow librarians a restful break filled with zero lost-book hunts and plenty of downtime. See you in September! 🌴📖
July 1, 2026 at 8:09 PM
The ECIS Library Committee is officially on summer recess! ☀️✈️
Thanks for an amazing year of connection—from our conference to our webinar series, it’s been a blast. Wishing all our fellow librarians a restful break filled with zero lost-book hunts and plenty of downtime. See you in September! 🌴📖
Thanks for an amazing year of connection—from our conference to our webinar series, it’s been a blast. Wishing all our fellow librarians a restful break filled with zero lost-book hunts and plenty of downtime. See you in September! 🌴📖
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Thank you so much to everyone who joined our webinar Lessons From the Library: View From the Top: A Leadership Perspective on Libraries on April 16. Whether you joined us live or are catching up later, you can watch the full recording here: youtu.be/7IlR128mST4?...
#ecissig #ecislibraries
#ecissig #ecislibraries
Library & Information Services SIG Webinar: View From the Top: A Leadership Perspective on Libraries
YouTube video by ECIS
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April 20, 2026 at 3:13 PM
Thank you so much to everyone who joined our webinar Lessons From the Library: View From the Top: A Leadership Perspective on Libraries on April 16. Whether you joined us live or are catching up later, you can watch the full recording here: youtu.be/7IlR128mST4?...
#ecissig #ecislibraries
#ecissig #ecislibraries
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Join ECIS Library this Thursday for "View From the Top." Three international school leaders talk about metrics for success 📊, budgeting 💰, and leading on AI 🤖.
Plus a live Q&A! 🗣️
🗓️ Apr 16 | 11:30a EDT | 4:30p BST
Register: ecis.org/event/librar...
Plus a live Q&A! 🗣️
🗓️ Apr 16 | 11:30a EDT | 4:30p BST
Register: ecis.org/event/librar...
Library & Information Services SIG Webinar - View From the Top: A Leadership Perspective on Libraries: April 16
16:30 London time Facilitated by: Rebecca Leonhard What does your school administration really think about the library’s role in your school for now and in the future? Join a candid conversation with ...
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April 14, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Join ECIS Library this Thursday for "View From the Top." Three international school leaders talk about metrics for success 📊, budgeting 💰, and leading on AI 🤖.
Plus a live Q&A! 🗣️
🗓️ Apr 16 | 11:30a EDT | 4:30p BST
Register: ecis.org/event/librar...
Plus a live Q&A! 🗣️
🗓️ Apr 16 | 11:30a EDT | 4:30p BST
Register: ecis.org/event/librar...
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Is your library's digital front door open to everyone? 🚪💻
Join the Lessons From the Library webinar TODAY to get a practical toolkit at Digital Foundations: A Practical Toolkit for Library Website & LibGuide Accessibility.
⏰ 11:30 AM EDT / 15:30 GMT
🔗 ecis.org/event/librar...
#ecislibraries #ecis
Join the Lessons From the Library webinar TODAY to get a practical toolkit at Digital Foundations: A Practical Toolkit for Library Website & LibGuide Accessibility.
⏰ 11:30 AM EDT / 15:30 GMT
🔗 ecis.org/event/librar...
#ecislibraries #ecis
Library & Information Services SIG Webinar: Digital Foundations: A Practical Toolkit for Library Website & LibGuide Accessibility: 19 March
19 March 15:30 (London) Facilitated by: Rebecca Leonhard Hosted by: Elizabeth Nye Di Cataldo Is your library’s digital front door truly open to everyone? This session presents a practical toolkit and ...
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March 19, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Is your library's digital front door open to everyone? 🚪💻
Join the Lessons From the Library webinar TODAY to get a practical toolkit at Digital Foundations: A Practical Toolkit for Library Website & LibGuide Accessibility.
⏰ 11:30 AM EDT / 15:30 GMT
🔗 ecis.org/event/librar...
#ecislibraries #ecis
Join the Lessons From the Library webinar TODAY to get a practical toolkit at Digital Foundations: A Practical Toolkit for Library Website & LibGuide Accessibility.
⏰ 11:30 AM EDT / 15:30 GMT
🔗 ecis.org/event/librar...
#ecislibraries #ecis
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Our next Lessons From the Library webinar is this Thursday! 🤖📚
Join our AI Community of Practice to discuss practical AI applications in international school libraries, share ideas, and ask questions.
🗓️ Feb 26 | 7:00 AM EST
🔗 Register here: colgate.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Join our AI Community of Practice to discuss practical AI applications in international school libraries, share ideas, and ask questions.
🗓️ Feb 26 | 7:00 AM EST
🔗 Register here: colgate.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ECIS Lessons From the Library: AI Community of Practice. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ECIS Lessons From the Library: AI Community of Practice. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
colgate.zoom.us
February 24, 2026 at 5:56 PM
Our next Lessons From the Library webinar is this Thursday! 🤖📚
Join our AI Community of Practice to discuss practical AI applications in international school libraries, share ideas, and ask questions.
🗓️ Feb 26 | 7:00 AM EST
🔗 Register here: colgate.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Join our AI Community of Practice to discuss practical AI applications in international school libraries, share ideas, and ask questions.
🗓️ Feb 26 | 7:00 AM EST
🔗 Register here: colgate.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Worried about time zones? Busy schedule? The ECIS Library Conference is designed for you. 🌍 Your registration includes access to the LIVE event on Jan 10 plus full on-demand access for 6 months afterwards. Learn at your own pace! Register now: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecissig #ecislibrarysig
#ecissig #ecislibrarysig
Personal Information - Virtual ECIS Library and Information Services Conference - Jan 2026
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December 27, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Worried about time zones? Busy schedule? The ECIS Library Conference is designed for you. 🌍 Your registration includes access to the LIVE event on Jan 10 plus full on-demand access for 6 months afterwards. Learn at your own pace! Register now: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecissig #ecislibrarysig
#ecissig #ecislibrarysig
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Happy Holidays from the ECIS Library Committee! 📚❄️ We hope you are enjoying a well-deserved break. We can't wait to connect with you all on Jan 10 for #ECISLibraries2026. Check out the schedule: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
Schedule at a Glance - Virtual ECIS Library and Information Services Conference - Jan 2026
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December 27, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Happy Holidays from the ECIS Library Committee! 📚❄️ We hope you are enjoying a well-deserved break. We can't wait to connect with you all on Jan 10 for #ECISLibraries2026. Check out the schedule: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
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Excited to announce Dr. Leo Lo as the Keynote Speaker for our Jan 10 conference! 🚀
He’ll be setting ending a day of learning about AI, innovation, and the changing landscape of libraries. Join us to hear his insights on building new foundations for the future.
Register: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
He’ll be setting ending a day of learning about AI, innovation, and the changing landscape of libraries. Join us to hear his insights on building new foundations for the future.
Register: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
Personal Information - Virtual ECIS Library and Information Services Conference - Jan 2026
web.cvent.com
December 11, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Excited to announce Dr. Leo Lo as the Keynote Speaker for our Jan 10 conference! 🚀
He’ll be setting ending a day of learning about AI, innovation, and the changing landscape of libraries. Join us to hear his insights on building new foundations for the future.
Register: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
He’ll be setting ending a day of learning about AI, innovation, and the changing landscape of libraries. Join us to hear his insights on building new foundations for the future.
Register: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
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As you think about registering for the ECIS Library Conference, our "Librarian as Collaborator" track explores how we can strengthen our role in the school. Strong relationships are the bedrock of any new foundation! Hope it sparks some ideas.💡
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecislibraries2026
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecislibraries2026
Personal Information - Virtual ECIS Library and Information Services Conference - Jan 2026
web.cvent.com
November 24, 2025 at 8:26 PM
As you think about registering for the ECIS Library Conference, our "Librarian as Collaborator" track explores how we can strengthen our role in the school. Strong relationships are the bedrock of any new foundation! Hope it sparks some ideas.💡
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecislibraries2026
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecislibraries2026
Reposted by Rebecca Herwatic Leonhard
🎟️ It's time! Registration for the ECIS Library Conference is OPEN. Secure your spot and commit to joining our global community as we build the future of libraries together.
Register now!
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ECISLibraries2026 #ECISSIG #ecislibraries
Register now!
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ECISLibraries2026 #ECISSIG #ecislibraries
Fees - Virtual ECIS Library and Information Services Conference - Jan 2026
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November 6, 2025 at 9:32 PM
🎟️ It's time! Registration for the ECIS Library Conference is OPEN. Secure your spot and commit to joining our global community as we build the future of libraries together.
Register now!
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ECISLibraries2026 #ECISSIG #ecislibraries
Register now!
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ECISLibraries2026 #ECISSIG #ecislibraries
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✨ We are thrilled to welcome Loida Garcia Febo, a leading voice in libraries, as our keynote speaker! Get ready for an inspiring session that will set the stage for our theme.
Learn more about Loida Garcia Febo and her work.
loidagarciafebo.wordpress.com
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
Learn more about Loida Garcia Febo and her work.
loidagarciafebo.wordpress.com
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
October 22, 2025 at 4:23 PM
✨ We are thrilled to welcome Loida Garcia Febo, a leading voice in libraries, as our keynote speaker! Get ready for an inspiring session that will set the stage for our theme.
Learn more about Loida Garcia Febo and her work.
loidagarciafebo.wordpress.com
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
Learn more about Loida Garcia Febo and her work.
loidagarciafebo.wordpress.com
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
Reposted by Rebecca Herwatic Leonhard
Quick reminder for everyone! ⏰ The call for proposals for our January conference closes 6 October at midnight GMT. This is your last chance to submit an idea. We'd love to see more of your voices represented! web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
Speaker Submissions - Virtual ECIS Library and Information Services Conference - Jan 2026
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October 6, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Quick reminder for everyone! ⏰ The call for proposals for our January conference closes 6 October at midnight GMT. This is your last chance to submit an idea. We'd love to see more of your voices represented! web.cvent.com/event/705906...
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig #ecislibraries
Reposted by Rebecca Herwatic Leonhard
A quick heads-up that the Call for Proposals for our January conference, "Libraries: Building New Foundations," is open!
It's a great opportunity to share the amazing work you're all doing. ✨
You can find all the details here: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
It's a great opportunity to share the amazing work you're all doing. ✨
You can find all the details here: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
Speaker Submissions - Virtual ECIS Library and Information Services Conference - Jan 2026
web.cvent.com
September 29, 2025 at 4:21 PM
A quick heads-up that the Call for Proposals for our January conference, "Libraries: Building New Foundations," is open!
It's a great opportunity to share the amazing work you're all doing. ✨
You can find all the details here: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
It's a great opportunity to share the amazing work you're all doing. ✨
You can find all the details here: web.cvent.com/event/705906...
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Let's talk AI! 🤖 One of our key tracks for the conference is "AI in the Library." It’s designed to demystify artificial intelligence for us, covering everything from ethics to practical tools for teaching and research. It's going to be a super relevant conversation! #ecislibraries2026 #ecissig
September 25, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Let's talk AI! 🤖 One of our key tracks for the conference is "AI in the Library." It’s designed to demystify artificial intelligence for us, covering everything from ethics to practical tools for teaching and research. It's going to be a super relevant conversation! #ecislibraries2026 #ecissig
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Our four conference tracks are the pillars for Building New Foundations in your library.
🤖 AI in the Library
🤝 The Librarian as Collaborator
📚 The Library as Place & Resource
🌱 The Library as Change Agent
Which pillar is most important in your practice?
#ECISLibraries2026 #ECISSIG #ecislibraries
🤖 AI in the Library
🤝 The Librarian as Collaborator
📚 The Library as Place & Resource
🌱 The Library as Change Agent
Which pillar is most important in your practice?
#ECISLibraries2026 #ECISSIG #ecislibraries
September 8, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Our four conference tracks are the pillars for Building New Foundations in your library.
🤖 AI in the Library
🤝 The Librarian as Collaborator
📚 The Library as Place & Resource
🌱 The Library as Change Agent
Which pillar is most important in your practice?
#ECISLibraries2026 #ECISSIG #ecislibraries
🤖 AI in the Library
🤝 The Librarian as Collaborator
📚 The Library as Place & Resource
🌱 The Library as Change Agent
Which pillar is most important in your practice?
#ECISLibraries2026 #ECISSIG #ecislibraries
Why attend the ECIS Library Conference?
💡 Gain strategies for innovation.
🤝 Connect with a global network of library leaders.
💻 Attend live or watch recorded sessions on-demand to fit your schedule.
It's time to build the future, together.
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
💡 Gain strategies for innovation.
🤝 Connect with a global network of library leaders.
💻 Attend live or watch recorded sessions on-demand to fit your schedule.
It's time to build the future, together.
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
Summary - Virtual ECIS Library and Information Services Conference - Jan 2026
web.cvent.com
August 27, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Why attend the ECIS Library Conference?
💡 Gain strategies for innovation.
🤝 Connect with a global network of library leaders.
💻 Attend live or watch recorded sessions on-demand to fit your schedule.
It's time to build the future, together.
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
💡 Gain strategies for innovation.
🤝 Connect with a global network of library leaders.
💻 Attend live or watch recorded sessions on-demand to fit your schedule.
It's time to build the future, together.
#ecislibraries2026 #ecissig
web.cvent.com/event/705906...
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"The narrative is unconventional and while not focused on plot per se, Penny's reckoning with her past and her feelings about her mother ring true." #yalit
Best Fiction for Young Adults (#BFYA2026) Featured Review: The House No One Sees by Adina King
The narrative is unconventional and while not focused on plot per se, Penny’s reckoning with her past and her feelings about her mother ring true.
www.yalsa.ala.org
August 12, 2025 at 2:10 PM
"The narrative is unconventional and while not focused on plot per se, Penny's reckoning with her past and her feelings about her mother ring true." #yalit
Reposted by Rebecca Herwatic Leonhard
Join librarians from around the globe for a transformative virtual experience on January 10, 2026. We're exploring the theme "Libraries: Building New Foundations." Let's connect, learn, and redefine the future of libraries together. Register now! tinyurl.com/ysfbbyv7
#ecissig #ecislibraries2026
#ecissig #ecislibraries2026
Summary - Virtual ECIS Library and Information Services Conference - Jan 2026
tinyurl.com
August 12, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Join librarians from around the globe for a transformative virtual experience on January 10, 2026. We're exploring the theme "Libraries: Building New Foundations." Let's connect, learn, and redefine the future of libraries together. Register now! tinyurl.com/ysfbbyv7
#ecissig #ecislibraries2026
#ecissig #ecislibraries2026
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Keeping up with #AI in education can be a challenge, so here are a few resources to help:
www.techlearning.com/how-to/ai-li...
#teaching #edusky #education
www.techlearning.com/how-to/ai-li...
#teaching #edusky #education
AI Literacy: 6 Resources For Teachers
AI literacy is an increasingly important part of digital literacy education, but keeping up with the rapidly evolving field can be tough. These resources can help.
www.techlearning.com
August 4, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Keeping up with #AI in education can be a challenge, so here are a few resources to help:
www.techlearning.com/how-to/ai-li...
#teaching #edusky #education
www.techlearning.com/how-to/ai-li...
#teaching #edusky #education
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Demons might not be ready for a #Takedown-- but you can be! Check out our Data Rescue Event Kit on OSF for resources, lesson plans, and more: osf.io/zbdxt/
#DataRescue #KPopDemonHunters
#DataRescue #KPopDemonHunters
Data Rescue Project: Data Rescue Event Kit
This project contains materials for those interested in hosting data rescue events. Hosted on the Open Science Framework
osf.io
August 6, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Demons might not be ready for a #Takedown-- but you can be! Check out our Data Rescue Event Kit on OSF for resources, lesson plans, and more: osf.io/zbdxt/
#DataRescue #KPopDemonHunters
#DataRescue #KPopDemonHunters
Reposted by Rebecca Herwatic Leonhard
In a new report, EDGI documents the second Trump administration’s control of federal environmental information in its first 6 months. We found that environmental justice & climate change information have been broadly rewritten & deleted. Learn more: envirodatagov.org/publication/...
Climate of Suppression: Environmental Information Under the Second Trump Administration – Environmental Data and Governance Initiative
The report Climate of Suppression: Environmental Information Under the Second Trump Administration examines management of federal websites related to environmental regulation in the first six months o...
envirodatagov.org
August 6, 2025 at 6:24 PM
In a new report, EDGI documents the second Trump administration’s control of federal environmental information in its first 6 months. We found that environmental justice & climate change information have been broadly rewritten & deleted. Learn more: envirodatagov.org/publication/...
Reposted by Rebecca Herwatic Leonhard
"Anand uses a palette of rich jewel tones that effectively illustrate Nitashi’s moods." #yalit #graphicnovels
Great Graphic Novels (#GGN2026) Featured Review: Fitting Indian by Jyoti Chand and Tara Anand
Anand uses a palette of rich jewel tones that effectively illustrate Nitashi’s moods.
www.yalsa.ala.org
August 7, 2025 at 4:37 PM
"Anand uses a palette of rich jewel tones that effectively illustrate Nitashi’s moods." #yalit #graphicnovels
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Our Board of Directors affirms its strong support for the ERIC database. Any reduction in the scope or comprehensiveness of the content indexed in ERIC would significantly diminish its value to the academic and practitioner communities. bit.ly/4lfKrRe
August 7, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Our Board of Directors affirms its strong support for the ERIC database. Any reduction in the scope or comprehensiveness of the content indexed in ERIC would significantly diminish its value to the academic and practitioner communities. bit.ly/4lfKrRe
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We can all scream together. 🙀
And then start gathering what we can. Get your @waybackmachine.bsky.social finger moving.
And then start gathering what we can. Get your @waybackmachine.bsky.social finger moving.
Y’all, I’m sure many of us can see the harm in this. Erasing previous reports and coming out with “your own numbers” is bad, from the Census to climate data to everything in between.
@datarescueproject.org
The Trump administration has announced that the US will rewrite past climate reports, in a clear attempt to erase scientific history and undermine the consensus on human-caused climate change.
August 8, 2025 at 11:15 AM
We can all scream together. 🙀
And then start gathering what we can. Get your @waybackmachine.bsky.social finger moving.
And then start gathering what we can. Get your @waybackmachine.bsky.social finger moving.