NAME:
Mrs. Balk, Library Media Specalist
SCHOOL:
Thousand Island High/Middle School
CLASS:
Library Media Center
SCHOOL PHONE:
I am not your typical "hair in a bun" librarian. I enjoy speaking loudly,
listening to rock music, working with students and yes, reading (gasp!). I
would gladly help anyone with finding a great book, locate information, or
help with the computers.
Each student should leave the Thousand Islands Schools knowing how to
become "Independent Information Problem Solvers". I expect students to:
Locate appropriate sources
Use the right resource quickly and effectively
Produce information products in a fun and creative way!
The types of things we do include: learn how to navigate the Internet,
access different valid print information sources (encyclopedias, atlases,
almanacs), use online databases. Students will become aware of different
types of literature and be exposed to a range of authors. The media center
will help students in all classes become better at reading for information,
and using sources appropriately.
