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G2S Project Code: 2017-MN-79844
State: Minnesota
Fiscal Year: 2017
Grantee
Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe -- Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School

Project Director
Director Name: Bev King
Director Phone: 218-665-3063
Director Email: beking@bugschool.k12.mn.us
General Information
Title: Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig Library: Preserving the Past, Opening the Future
State Project Code:
Start Date: 11/15/2017
End Date: 09/30/2018
Abstract: Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig Library increased educational opportunities for children and families from the Leech Lake Reservation who were living in poverty or facing other barriers. The library expanded access to high interest, culturally diverse collections and digital resources in a learning center rich in the native Ojibwe culture. The newly created library space and resources inspired a love of reading and learning, and improved the academic skills and achievement for students and other community members. 

State Goal: Increase access to library resources
Budget Information
LSTA
MATCH-State
MATCH-Other
Total
$98,026.24
$0.00
$62,396.99
$160,423.23
Intent(s)
Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Education
Literacy
Activities
Activity Details
Title: Independent Reading Level Assessment Curriculum Training
Narrative: The library trained teachers to use the Independent Reading Level Assessment (IRLA) framework. The program helped students who were not reading at grade level improve their reading speed, comprehension, and reading attention to reach grade level. Each K-12 classroom received an IRLA kit. The framework helped teachers establish a baseline proficiency level for each student, develop an action plan, and monitor progress towards individual reading goals. Use of IRLA helped at-risk students close achievement gaps in math and reading.

Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Program
Format: In-person


Quantity
Session length (minutes): 90
Number of sessions in program: 5
Average number in attendance per session: 4
Number of times program administered: 1


Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: No
Historical Societies or Organizations: No
Museums: No
Archives: No
Cultural Heritage Organization Multi-type: No
Preschools: No
Schools: No
Adult Education: No
Human Service Organizations: No
Other: No


Legal Type of Partner Organization(s):
Federal Government: No
State Government: No
Local Government (excluding school districts): No
School District: No
Non-Profit: No
Private Sector: No
Tribe/Native Hawaiian Organization: No


Beneficiaries
Is the activity directed at the library workforce: No
For a targeted group or for the general population: Targeted
Geographic community of the targeted group: Rural
For what age groups: 0-5 years
6-12 years
13-17 years
For what economic types: Below Poverty
For what ethnicity types: Indian
Is the activity directed at families: No
Is the activity directed at intergenerational groups: No
Is the activity directed at immigrants/refugees: No
Is the activity directed at those with disabilities: No
Limited functional literacy or informational skills: Yes
Is the activity category not already captured: No


Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe -- Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School
Address: 6530 US Hwy 2 NE
City: Cass Lake
State: MN
Zip: 56633
Question 1: I learned something by participating in this library activity.
Strongly Agree: 6
Agree: 8
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 2: I feel more confident about what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 6
Agree: 6
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 1
Disagree: 1
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 3: I intend to apply what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 4
Agree: 9
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 1
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 4: I am more aware of resources and services provided by the library.
Strongly Agree: 3
Agree: 5
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 6
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 5: I am more likely to use other library resources and services.
Strongly Agree: 3
Agree: 8
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 3
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Activity Details
Title: Establish a Computer Learning Lab
Narrative: Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig established a Learning Lab in the new high school library. The lab provided students access to print materials, audiobooks, interactive kiosks, tablets and computers. These resources complemented classroom instruction, extended learning beyond the classroom, and provided a means to educate parents who want to help their children achieve academic goals. With instruction from the Media Specialist, students gained experience with technology and digital media that help to express, create and connect their interests and gain 21st century skills.

Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Presentation/performance
Format: In-person


Quantity
Presentation/performance length (minutes): 55
Number of presentations/performances administered: 540
Average number in attendance per session: 15


Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: No
Historical Societies or Organizations: No
Museums: No
Archives: No
Cultural Heritage Organization Multi-type: No
Preschools: No
Schools: No
Adult Education: No
Human Service Organizations: No
Other: No


Legal Type of Partner Organization(s):
Federal Government: No
State Government: No
Local Government (excluding school districts): No
School District: No
Non-Profit: No
Private Sector: No
Tribe/Native Hawaiian Organization: No


Beneficiaries
Is the activity directed at the library workforce: No
For a targeted group or for the general population: Targeted
Geographic community of the targeted group: Rural
For what age groups: 6-12 years
13-17 years
For what economic types: Below Poverty
For what ethnicity types: Indian
Is the activity directed at families: No
Is the activity directed at intergenerational groups: No
Is the activity directed at immigrants/refugees: No
Is the activity directed at those with disabilities: No
Limited functional literacy or informational skills: Yes
Is the activity category not already captured: No


Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe -- Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School
Address: 6530 US Hwy 2 NE
City: Cass Lake
State: MN
Zip: 56633
Activity Details
Title: Extended Library Hours
Narrative: The library hired a Library Assistant to process materials and assist students and community members in using library resources. The additional staff member allowed the Media Specialist to offer students more instruction and expand library hours before and after the school day. Students and other community members had access to after-school tutoring sessions as well as information technology and books for research and personal reading.

Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Consultation/drop-in/referral
Format: In-person


Quantity
Total number of consultation/reference transactions: 480
Average number of consultation/reference transactions per month: 80


Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: No
Historical Societies or Organizations: No
Museums: No
Archives: No
Cultural Heritage Organization Multi-type: No
Preschools: No
Schools: No
Adult Education: No
Human Service Organizations: No
Other: No


Legal Type of Partner Organization(s):
Federal Government: No
State Government: No
Local Government (excluding school districts): No
School District: No
Non-Profit: No
Private Sector: No
Tribe/Native Hawaiian Organization: No


Beneficiaries
Is the activity directed at the library workforce: No
For a targeted group or for the general population: Targeted
Geographic community of the targeted group: Rural
For what age groups: All Ages
For what economic types: Below Poverty
For what ethnicity types: Indian
Is the activity directed at families: Yes
Is the activity directed at intergenerational groups: No
Is the activity directed at immigrants/refugees: No
Is the activity directed at those with disabilities: No
Limited functional literacy or informational skills: Yes
Is the activity category not already captured: No


Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe -- Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School
Address: 6530 US Hwy 2 NE
City: Cass Lake
State: MN
Zip: 56633
Project Outcomes
Project Outcomes
List any important outcomes or findings not previously reported:
Designing the library with a Native American focus, Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig created a place where students and community members can find what they want, feel comfortable, and want to return. When families are involved with their children's schools, children do better. Resources that expose students to reading and digital literacy enabled students to achieve academic goals.
Please briefly describe the importance of these outcomes and findings for future program planning:
The library has become a learning space that preserves and sustains Ojibwe heritage and cultures. It plays a major role in the development of a culture that promotes wider reading, motivated readers and lifelong learning skills.
Explain one or two of the most significant lessons learned for others wanting to adopt any facets of this project:
The Media Specialist must identify areas of need and interest among teachers, students and parents to keep them connected to the library. When connected, the school library provides a range of opportunities for students to do independent work, use computers, equipment and research materials and serves as a community gathering place as well as a learning space.
Do you anticipate continuing this project after the current reporting period ends:
Yes
Do you anticipate any change in level of effort in managing this project:
No
Explain:

Do you anticipate changing the types of activities and objectives addressed by the project:
No
Explain:

Was an evaluation conducted for this project:
No
Was a final written evaluation report produced:
No
Can the final written evaluation report be shared publicly on the IMLS website:
No
Was the evaluation conducted by project staff (either SLAA or local library) or by a third-party evaluator:
Third-Party
What data collection tools were used for any report outcomes and outputs:
Did you collect any media for the data:
What types of methods were used to analyze collected data:
Other:
How were participants (or items) selected:
What type of research design did you use to compare the value for any reported output or outcome:
Exemplary: No
Exemplary Narrative
Project Tags: school libraries, American Indian education, Ojibwe