School Librarians United with Amy Hermon

E315 Canadian Teacher Librarian

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375 Teacher Educator Librarian Author: Danny Neville Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Danny Neville shares his journey from classroom teacher to published author, discussing the process of writing inclusive children's books which reflect diverse family structures, and the importance of supporting local creators in schools.

Dannyneville.com

IG @dnevillebooks and @tingl_osla

Little Bee chapter book series:

SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators)

CANSCAIP (Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illustrators, and Performers)

The FOLD (The Festival of Literary Diversity)

Query Tracker (finding a literary agent)

The Teaching Librarian (Ontario School Library Association publication)

Library Land Loves (Ontario Library Association podcast)

Annick Press

E354 Conflict Resolution: Experts Chime In

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374 Detoured But Not Deterred Sep 04, 2026

Show notes

Heather Horner shares her journey through school librarianship and administration, dealing with involuntary transfers, and navigating her emotional wellness during career pivots.

Heather Hornor

@heatherpnwtx.bsky.social

IG: mrs.hornor

E358 Student Privacy

Why School Librarians Matter by Keith Curry Lance and Debra Kachel

Mackenzie's resource page

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373 50 States: North Dakota Debuts Aug 28, 2026

Show notes

Mackenzie Dietz shares insights into her role, community engagement, and how rural schools adapt to technological and educational challenges.

Mackenzie Dietz

IG: mediawithmac

Gmail: mediawithmac@gmail.com

Fessendon-Bowdon School District

NDLA

E204 Supporting Literacy and Wellness with Dr. Merga

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372 Censorship's Impact on School Librarians and their Libraries Aug 21, 2026

Show notes

Dr. Misty Schattle discusses her research on the mental health of school librarians, the impact of censorship, and the importance of advocacy and community support in the field of librarianship.

Dr. Misty Schattle

Mschattle@shsu.edu

schattleandoconnor.pdf

E267 Creating a Reading Culture with Dr. Merga

E17 Self-Censorship is Real (Season 1…solo effort. Be kind.)

ALA Editions Intellectual Freedom Manual 11th ed.

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371 Intellectual Freedom Manual Aug 14, 2026

Show notes

Editor Erin Jones shares insights into her work in librarianship, the development of the 11th edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual, and the importance of accessible, inclusive resources for all library professionals.

Erin Jone's LinkedIn

ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom

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370 50 States: Mississippi Debuts Aug 07, 2026

Show notes

Transitioning from public to school libraries, Sasha Mangipano shares her current role and unique schedule, STEM centers and how she creates an inviting library.

Sasha Mangipano

TikTok/IG @thesassynerd

FB @the sassynerd1

E302 AI Scope and Sequence

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369 Stop Blocking AI, Start Rethinking It: 8 Provocations for Schools Jul 17, 2026

Show notes

Dr. Harris and an expert panel unveil 8 provocations challenging how schools are responding to AI — moving beyond bans and toward real policy rethink. Drawing on best-practice recommendations, this conversation pushes educators and school administrators to confront the hard questions before AI reshapes the classroom without them.

Dr. Christopher Harris

chris@playplaylearn.com

Bluesky: @cgharris.bsky.social

teachingabout.ai

AI Scope & Sequence

E229 ChatGPT

Keynote: AI for Parents will full presenter notes

2024 SLJ School Librarian of the Year

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368 Why Imposter Syndrome Plagues Our Profession Jul 10, 2026

Show notes

Amanda Chacon returns to unpack findings from a recent survey of school librarians capturing their perspectives and experiences involving Imposter Syndrome.

Amanda Chacon

Bluesky: @goodreads.bsky.social‬

Twitter: TheGoodRead

Tiktok: TheGoodRead

IG: OpenBookAmanda

E332 Imposter Syndrome

E242 Our Media Virtual Presence

E207 STEM Librarian