Activity Details
Title: Youth Services Partnerships
Narrative:
The Youth Services Coordinator(YSC) for the Maryland State Library (MSL) participated in several statewide programs and partnerships to promote youth services amongst library staff. The Coordinator participated in statewide action groups, including the Family Engagement Coalition and the State Early Childhood Advisory Council, to help further awareness and action surrounding state early literacy initiatives. The Youth Services Coordinator also guided Maryland’s summer reading program; provided statewide trainings to Youth Services staff about YALSA Transforming Teen Topics (T3), STEM, LGBTQ+ services and media mentorship topics; and convened monthly meetings of the statewide library youth services coordinators to foster sharing, networking, and collaboration.
The Youth Services Coordinator contributed to the following partnerships which enhanced youth services programs throughout Maryland:
- YALSA - provided training on tween/middle school programming as well as “T3: Transforming Teen Services” topics: Youth Development, Connected Learning, Computational Thinking, Educational Equity, and Guided Facilitation.
- Maryland Family Engagement Coalition - provided a public library perspective, MSL liaison
- Maryland Library Association - MSL liaison
- Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs - partnered with the Director of Advocacy & Outreach to provide a Summit about library services and programs for military-connected youth and military families
- Pure Play Everyday - served on their Advisory Council to help bring awareness of the importance of developmental play to families, including through library programming
- Maryland STEM Festival - MSL liaison
- New America (Washington, DC) - Coordinated with consultant, Lisa Guernsey, on a Maryland Media Mentorship Forum
- University of Maryland iSchool – co-led trainings on “Reimagining Library Services for Youth” and Safe Data | Safe Families projects
-NASA – served on the NASA @ MyLibrary Advisory Panel
- Cornerstones of Science -state library partner of the STEM Literacy Framework Laura Bush IMLS grant project
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Activity: Instruction
Mode: Other
Format: Other
Other: This project nurtured creative partnerships statewide
Quantity
Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: Yes
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: Yes
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: Yes
For a targeted group or for the general population: General
Locale
Is the activity state-wide: Yes
Specific Locations: No
Library Types
Public Libraries: 24
Academic Libraries: 0
SLAA: 0
Consortia: 0
Special Libraries: 0
School Libraries: 0
Other: 3
Activity Details
Title: Summer Reading
Narrative:
The Youth Services Coordinator(YSC) coordinated Maryland Public Libraries' statewide, annual summer reading program as a member of the Collaborative Summer Library Program consortium(CSLP), individualized by county. The primary purpose of the program is to ensure that all Maryland students maintain grade level reading proficiency and engage in enriching learning opportunities during the summer months when school is not in session.
Libraries followed the 2021 theme, “Tails and Tales" as they created their various reading and learning programs, by age. Traditional partnerships with the Baltimore Orioles and the Maryland Science Center did not occur again this summer, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Maryland Public Libraries forged many local partnerships to offer incentives to their participants or collaborated in creative summer reading program offerings held either outside or virtually, in the areas of art, STEM, music, and early literacy. Digital literacy skills were also fostered as library systems utilized various digital platforms for families to track their summer reading experiences and also accepted eBooks as a reading format.
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Activity: Instruction
Mode: Other
Format: Other
Other: The summer reading program is a statewide partnership
Quantity
Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: Yes
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: Yes
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: General
Locale
Is the activity state-wide: Yes
Specific Locations: No
Library Types
Public Libraries: 24
Academic Libraries: 0
SLAA: 0
Consortia: 0
Special Libraries: 0
School Libraries: 0
Other: 3
Activity Details
Title: Early Literacy and Family Engagement Education
Narrative:
The Youth Services Coordinator of the Maryland State Library provided opportunities for increased awareness and learning in the areas of early literacy and family engagement. The Coordinator participated as an active member of the state Family Engagement Coalition and partnered with MSDE and Betsy Diamant-Cohen, Mother Goose on the Loose, LLC, in the development of a new early literacy program for expectant and new families called “Hatchlings”.
The Coordinator worked closely with New America consultant, Lisa Guernsey, and others to bring media mentorship, media literacy, and media equity awareness and training to MD youth librarians through a two-day Maryland Media Mentorship Forum and Workshop.
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Activity: Instruction
Mode: Other
Format: Other
Other: This activity was a partnership between several organizations and included a book study
Quantity
Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: Yes
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: Yes
For a targeted group or for the general population: General
Locale
Is the activity state-wide: Yes
Specific Locations: No
Library Types
Public Libraries: 24
Academic Libraries: 0
SLAA: 0
Consortia: 0
Special Libraries: 0
School Libraries: 0
Other: 3
Activity Details
Title: Teen Services and Technology Education
Narrative:
The Youth Services Coordinator of the Maryland State Library provided opportunities for increased awareness and learning in teen services and technology education. With a planning committee, the Coordinator coordinated a "Teen Connect" week-long virtual conference in April to support library staff as they re-engage with teens. Library staff gained hands-on training in the use of Flop Balls and “Floposophy” to support teen programming surrounding mental and emotional health.
MSL was selected as one of three state library agencies as part of the Cornerstone of Science’s Laura Bush national STEM Equity Framework Project. The Coordinator also sits on the NASA @ My Library Advisory Panel to help inform professional development and program support for public library staff in the area of STEM programs and activities.
The Make-IT Place online digital maker space for public libraries, developed in partnership with the Maryland State Library and OER (Open Educational Resources), continued to be utilized by public library staff for STEM planning and staff STEM professional development.
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Activity: Instruction
Mode: Other
Format: Other
Other: This activity incorporated in-person training and online training with a focus on better serving children and teens in libraries.
Quantity
Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: Yes
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: Yes
For a targeted group or for the general population: General
Locale
Is the activity state-wide: Yes
Specific Locations: No
Library Types
Public Libraries: 24
Academic Libraries: 0
SLAA: 0
Consortia: 0
Special Libraries: 0
School Libraries: 0
Other: 3
Activity Details
Title: Career Pathways
Narrative:
Junior Achievement (JA) was a results-oriented agency whose scalable hands-on learning opportunities gave K-12 youth the chance to explore careers and understand the pathways to them. In partnership with the Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) students were provided feedback for the librarian job description, designed and provided signage for the space, developed a giveaway from the library to students who attended Biztown, and provided Junior Achievement with ideas for how to get the public library student employees in Biztown engaged in the Biztown community’s economy.
This grant provided important opportunities for students to learn more about how businesses and libraries work. BCPL hosted a table at the three-day Junior Achievement Inspire event for all Baltimore County 8th graders, and some parents. At this event, the library showcased what it means to be a modern-day librarian – including 3D printing and Virtual Reality not only to show them what skills and interests are needed to work as a librarian, but also to showcase what you can do if you come to a public library in Maryland.
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Activity: Instruction
Mode: Program
Format: In-person
Other: This was an in-person and participatory workforce development project.
Quantity
Session length (minutes): 270
Number of sessions in program: 2
Average number in attendance per session: 4,200
Number of times program administered: 2
Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: Yes
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: Urban
Suburban
For what age groups: 6-12 years
13-17 years
18-25 years
For what economic types: Economic Not Applicable
For what ethnicity types: Ethnicity Not Applicable
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: No
Is the activity category not already captured: No
Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Address: 320 YORK ROAD
City: TOWSON
State: MD
Zip: 21204
Question 1: I learned something by participating in this library activity.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
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: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 3: I intend to apply what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 4: I am more aware of resources and services provided by the library.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 5: I am more likely to use other library resources and services.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Activity Details
Title: Enrichment Zone
Narrative: Faced with lively teenagers at one of its branches, this grant provided funds for Allegheny County Library System to hire two part-time staff to engage the students after school. The teachers developed activities for the teens and their tween siblings that included art, music, homework help, mindful meditation, and a talent show.
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Activity: Instruction
Mode: Other
Format: In-person
Other: These activities were taught in-person
Quantity
Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: Yes
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: Yes
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: General
Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: ALLEGANY COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
Address: 31 WASHINGTON ST
City: CUMBERLAND
State: MD
Zip: 21502
Activity Details
Title: Storywalk
Narrative: Cecil County Public Library created a storywalk in partnership with Cecil County Parks and Recreation. The storywalk was installed by Parks and Rec and included installations at the Calvert Regional Park and Brantwood Park. The first title for the new installation was The Home Builders by Varsha Bajaj.
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Activity: Content
Mode: Other
Format: Physical
Other: This is a storywalk with 36 panels.
Quantity
Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: Yes
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: Yes
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: General
Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: CECIL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Address: 301 NEWARK AVENUE
City: ELKTON
State: MD
Zip: 21921
Activity Details
Title: Start Ready
Narrative: Start Ready was a program created by Howard County Public Library to focus on 322 students enrolled in the Head Start program. The program created core collections for 20 Head Start classrooms that were updated and refreshed regularly. Additionally, the program organized Parent Cafe workshops at local libraries to support engagement by teaching storytelling techniques, and sharing developmentally appropriate materials, programs, and services.
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Activity: Content
Mode: Acquisition
Format: Physical
Quantity
Number of hardware acquired: 0
Number of software acquired: 0
Number of licensed databases acquired: 0
Number of print materials (books & government documents) acquired: 850
Number of electronic materials acquired: 0
Number of audio/visual units (audio discs, talking books, other recordings) acquired: 0
Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: Yes
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: Yes
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: Urban
Suburban
For what age groups: 0-5 years
For what economic types: Economic Not Applicable
For what ethnicity types: Ethnicity Not Applicable
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: No
Is the activity category not already captured: No
Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: HOWARD COUNTY LIBRARY
Address: 9411 Frederick Road
City: ELLICOTT CITY
State: MD
Zip: 21042
Activity Details
Title: Mathplosion
Narrative: HCLS created a Mathplosion program to help middle and high school students succeed academically through new virtual HiTech math classes linked to library e-resources and support materials. HiTech is the Library’s award-winning STEM initiative that launched in 2013 and experienced 8,000 student registrations annually. In response to library closings, classes were taught online. Mathplosion expanded the online HiTech Math lab and offered an incremental math skills series in two sessions.
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Activity: Instruction
Mode: Program
Format: Virtual
Quantity
Session length (minutes): 45
Number of sessions in program: 136
Average number in attendance per session: 45
Number of times program administered: 4
Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: Yes
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: Yes
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: Urban
Suburban
For what age groups: 6-12 years
13-17 years
For what economic types: Economic Not Applicable
For what ethnicity types: Ethnicity Not Applicable
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: No
Is the activity category not already captured: No
Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: HOWARD COUNTY LIBRARY
Address: 9411 Frederick Road
City: ELLICOTT CITY
State: MD
Zip: 21042
Question 1: I learned something by participating in this library activity.
Strongly Agree: 19
Agree: 34
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 5
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 2: I feel more confident about what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 16
Agree: 33
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 5
Disagree: 1
Strongly Disagree: 3
Non-Response: 0
Question 3: I intend to apply what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 23
Agree: 25
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 4
Disagree: 1
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 5
Question 4: I am more aware of resources and services provided by the library.
Strongly Agree: 19
Agree: 26
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 6
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 1
Non-Response: 6
Question 5: I am more likely to use other library resources and services.
Strongly Agree: 17
Agree: 30
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 4
Disagree: 7
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
