Farewell

Another school year gone by. And what a year it’s been as we have all faced new challenges along the way. While we prepare for our summer break from posting we are hoping everyone  is staying safe. With all the uncertainties that we face, we will return in the fall with more reviews and updates about our libraries. Have a wonderful and safe summer. --the PAL team

Congratulations!

Please join me in cheering for Passages Academy’s Library team, runner-up for ALA’s Penguin Random House Library Award for Innovation Through Adversity!  The award recognizes U. S. libraries and librarians who create lasting innovative community service programs that successfully inspire and connect with new readers.  That certainly describes my colleagues Ms. Abdulrashid, Mr. Leon, and Ms. Roberts.  

And let’s keep the cheering going for the award winner, The Lillian Marrero Library!  Their community programming in the wake of Hurricane Katrina and their wellness programming are so inspiring.  Click here to read more, including the names of our fellow runners up.  Congratulations to all of you.  I am very much looking forward to learning more about your work.--Jessica Fenster-Sparber

If You Only Buy One Book This Year, Let it Be This One

The Passages Academy Library Team is reading Stamped: Racism, Antiracism and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi. We have invited the entire school staff to participate in a discussion this Thursday because the title could not be more relevant during this time. I mean, when it comes to racism and race (which is an everyday struggle) it is a must piece of literature. But right now it is especially relevant. If you only spend money on a single book this whole year, this is it. --Claudio Leon