Preconference Sessions

Thursday April 26th, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.: Preconference Sessions

Preconference 1

Trustee Bootcamp! - Ken Haycock

Moving from the basics of effective board governance for library board members (I) through the characteristics of higher performing boards (II), this program introduces trustees and their directors to the elements of a constructive and creative partnership designed for community development. The program concludes with sessions on the role of the board chair and effective meetings.

Preconference 2

Literacy and Libraries – A Natural Fit! - Kim Chung and Jonna Grad

Family literacy and libraries are a natural fit, but how do you get families or adults with low literacy skills to take that first step into a library?  Family literacy programs help parents understand how they can support their child’s development and are often a springboard to the adult’s exploration of their own literacy skills - the library setting provides adults with instant resources. This interactive workshop will explore the theory behind family literacy, including:  the history and perceptions of literacy, adult and family literacy, emergent literacy, and the parental role in literacy.