Site Visit To Pike Elementary



Today I went to the Pike County Elementary School and shadowed the Media Specialist.  It was a very busy day.  At my school the main reason the students come to the library is to check out 'any' book
 or to take an AR test.  That was not the case at the Pike County Elementary School.  The students came with an agenda!  The had certain book titles in mind, or either they knew what topic they needed for a class.  Some students just had special interests in reading and wanted a cool book!  I loved it!!  I got to work with students finding books and also helping them get excited about books!!  I never wanted to be a Media Specialist more.  Mrs.  Karen told me that not all days are like today.  Most days are spent on inventory, pulling things for teachers, updating websites, streaming videos to MediaCast, budget, ordering supplies, and of course cataloging books, etc...  I told her I know this- I know a Media Specialist wears many hats and plays many roles.  However, I had the best day and I truly thank her for allowing me to work at the circulation desk and with students all day.  It was a most excellent day.  I truly know I want to be a Media Specialist when I grow up.  LOL!!