August 2023 - Michlib-l

Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

Resources CBC Free Speech Kit The Children's Book Council has gathered a variety of materials for librarians, teachers, and booksellers in support of the right to free speech and against censorship and book bans. Request your free kit<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6G7BBepvTQ788UoKhpix2RsBlwxIJS6d…> and if you have any questions contact cbc.info(a)cbcbooks.org<mailto:cbc.info@cbcbooks.org>. Get Caught Reading: Eight New Posters Managed by Every Child a Reader, an award-winning literacy charity, Get Caught Reading<https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qfeBB1tsCeHa4pVYDBkSkcusF_mP4yV0cksPy-qEbtf…> provides teachers, librarians, and booksellers free bulletin-board-sized posters of inspiring community leaders, authors, artists, athletes, and beloved book characters reading a favorite book. Their 8 new posters include Joon Lee, Angela Medina, Erin Napier, Jessamyn Stanley, Duncan Tonatiuh, Nathan Chen, Noah Van Sciver, and the Curlfriends. Order posters here<https://getcaughtreading.org/order-posters/>. Helping Libraries to be Autism-Ready<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/helping-libraries-be-autism-re…> Imagine a child standing in front of a brightly lit room at their local public library. Lively music is playing, and bubbles are bouncing all around. Children and adults fill the room, talking loudly and playing with toys. Off in the distance is a colorful rug with letters on it where everyone will gather for storytime. Does the child go right in, look for friends, and find a spot on the rug? Or do they stop, cover their ears, close their eyes, and take a deep breath? And what do the parents decide is best for their child, perhaps remembering a previous negative experience? These questions are important to consider when creating autism-inclusive programming and learn more about how the University of Washington's new Autism-Ready Libraries Toolkit<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/helping-libraries-be-autism-re…> can help. #IMLSgrant Summer Library Programming Survey CSLP has created a survey so they can better assess the usefulness of the materials offered by the program on a national level to better serve you, the CSLP membership! The survey can be found here: https://forms.gle/5N2agGJmmeqWodJh6. Your library did not have to use the theme to submit your programming numbers. Your responses help the Library of Michigan and the Collaborative Summer Library Program know what trends are happening across Michigan and the country. Fall Youth Services Workshops from the Library of Michigan Ready to Read Michigan Presents: Growing Early Literacy Skills for Parents, Caregivers, and Early Childhood Educators 10:00 am - 4:00 pm ET Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - at Plymouth District Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Thursday, October 5, 20223 - at KDL's Kentwood Branch<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> The Library of Michigan invites you to join "Mother Goose on the Loose," Betsy Diamant-Cohen, as we explore the Ready to Read Michigan Parent & Early Childhood Educator Toolkit. The programs in the toolkit are designed for library staff to host throughout the community, engaging and modeling early literacy practices to parents, caregivers, and early childhood educators. Betsy will equip library staff with the information, skills, and ready-to-use tools to promote early literacy through your library. This RTRM training will start with an introduction/refresher on the how, what and why's of early literacy skills and best storytelling practices. Then we will transition to cover the workshops in the Ready to Read Michigan Toolkit, which are designed specifically for library staff to easily facilitate with parents and caregivers with children ages 5 and under. Lastly, participants will address the important role played by Early Childhood Educators in the development of children from birth to age five, using familiar tips and tools on how to conduct a two-part workshop for them at your library, supported by the materials produced by Ready to Read Michigan<https://www.readytoreadmi.org/home>. Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited, lunch will be provided. Leap into Science 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET Thursday, November 2, 2023 - at the Library of Michigan<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> The Detroit Zoological Society and the Library of Michigan are excited to announce the return of Leap into Science training for public libraries. Participating public libraries will receive information and training on what you need to run the Leap "Light & Shadow," "Wind," and "Balance" based STEM programs. Leap into Science is a nationwide program developed by The Franklin Institute Science Museum that integrates open-ended science activities with children's books, designed for children ages 3-10 and their families. The program empowers educators to offer workshops in community settings like libraries, museums, and out-of-school time programs to engage underserved audiences in accessible and familiar settings. Attending this training would make you a Partner Organization in our on-going Michigan Cohort. Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited. Transforming Teen Services 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday, November 20, 2023 - at the Library of Michigan<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Join the growing LM cohort of Transforming Teen Services as we explore YALSA's core concepts of "Connected Learning" and "Computational Thinking," discuss how public libraries are already using it, and how to implement it in library communities. Discussion will center on the use of these practices to support equity in youth programming. Breakout sessions will further best practices regarding trending topics related to teen services. Participants are encouraged to bring examples of their work with teens and discussion questions! Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited, lunch will be provided. These projects are made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Detroit Zoo Coupons for Summer Reading Now Available! Last Chance! The Detroit Zoological Society is providing promo codes for a free children's ticket (with the purchase of an adult ticket) prize for completing summer reading goals. Tickets must be purchased online using the link provided on each regional flyer. Tickets must be purchased between June 1-August 31st, however those tickets can be scheduled for a Zoo visit through December 31, 2023. Due to the Zoo's need for data, there are different codes for various regions and the easiest way for them to create those regions was based on the Michigan Library Cooperatives map<https://i0.wp.com/micoops.info/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/mi_coop_map_2020-…>. Please print and distribute flyers to pass to patrons who have completed a reading goal according to the region in which your library is located. These links are not for sharing out publicly. * Detroit Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nM8-A9CFGhJxv-yr9gGE98Iu_EyFpMhj/view?usp=…> * Lakeland Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iyPK5Rsi1HnpMRh1i1SWcfyuMWhV5fG-/view?usp=…> * The Library Network<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zPCwQl7Y4bIjgMP8I3s3ETzD9Qxyf2ex/view?usp=…> * Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eiOqVicnG9CvKOOZ3II0tFdkmVFaQ5Qq/view?usp=…> * Mid-Michigan Library League<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MEQuatMXdRo07FWN6NCAcqNGM3y5to4m/view?usp=…> * Northland Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ylmBsaqxaz_BGfiB0P69RnJ5TN3ikhkA/view?usp=…> * Superiorland Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HuSVVTG2TahkrwJbq3sgcVoD7hjSXg_t/view?usp=…> * Southwest Michigan Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pqWsZ9SIKuIKH3PjqvCpHDtywWibu5ub/view?usp=…> * Suburban Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1blyAmXQ5Az14MWTGsfDPj7nJvBEQivoa/view?usp=…> * White Pine Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wVn6r2e-Z8UF7iTu49BDsH1pMKoaudly/view?usp=…> * Woodlands Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QiHHBEZA-ezi3iezudmnc4eG5K82KB67/view?usp=…> If none of these Cooperatives apply for your library, there is a General flyer<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t2EAHymZgaIUhVHmGcFNQWlRHNiEARSz/view?usp=…> available in the Zoo's Flyer Folder<https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Yn9eGNo2E3GF9Y1xf8d53MGqFB2u83Jf?us…>. A huge "Thank you!" to the DZS for supporting libraries and summer reading! Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Join the MiYouth<http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services.

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Belleville Job Posting: Full-Time Librarian
by Amy Greschaw 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

Just a reminder: one week left to apply for this new opportunity at the Belleville Area District Library! Full job posting is attached to this email as well as pasted beneath my signature. Have a great weekend! Amy Greschaw Head of Adult Services Belleville Area District Library 167 4th St. Belleville, MI 48111 (734) 699-3291 Outreach and Community Relations Librarian, Full-Time Starting Salary: $46,800 annually Hours: Full-time, 40 hrs /week Posted : July 20, 2023 Deadline: August 11, 2023 The Belleville Area District Library seeks a motivated, dynamic, highly-collaborative individual to join our Adult Services team. We are expanding our outreach services to adults and organizations in our community. Desired applicants will be people-centric and excited about making connections both inside and outside of the library. Other duties include collections, social media, marketing, and programming responsibilities. While experience in these areas is a plus, we are open to interviewing librarians new to the field who could see themselves excelling in this role. The BADL is a Class V Library, serving a diverse population of 42,000 in Belleville, Van Buren Township, and Sumpter Township. Our team endeavors to provide the public with superior customer service. Responsibilities: · Develops and oversees the regular operation of outreach services to adults in our service area. · Networks with groups within the community. · Provides reference, readers’ advisory, and computer assistance to library patrons. · Responsible for collection development of assigned areas, including selection, weeding, and promotion of those materials. · Collaborates with department staff to plan and implement programming. · Contributes and coordinates content for library webpage and social media to inform users about library programs, collections, and services. · Collaborates with other library staff on interdepartmental projects and programs. · In charge of the library and staff in the absence of the director, assistant director, and department heads. · Supervises the pages who shelve department materials. · Stays abreast of library trends and maintains skills through involvement in committees at The Library Network consortium, at professional development conferences, workshops, or events. Qualifications: · Master of Library Science or equivalent from an American Library Association accredited program. · Possesses or is eligible for a level 2 certificate or higher from the Library of Michigan. · Must demonstrate effective communication skills and an ability and willingness to work collaboratively. · Confident public speaking skills. · Must have a strong public service orientation. · Enthusiastic, friendly, self-motivated and creative. · Strong obligation to confidentiality. · Tactfulness and adaptability in dealing with colleagues, the Board, and the public. · Strong computer and technology skills. · Knowledge of digital services available to library users. · Comfortable instructing others in both group and one-on-one settings. Essential Functions: · Work hours are varied and require some evenings and weekends. · Ability to travel between work locations and related places of business as needed. · Visual acuity and physical skills necessary to retrieve library materials from shelves, maintain library materials and operate equipment. · Hearing ability to answer telephone and customer inquiries. · Ability to remain in a stationary position at the public service desks. · Frequent operation of a computer and other office machinery such as a copy machine, printer, and fax machine. · The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the library to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. · Lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds. The above is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is an at-will position. The Belleville Area District Library is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions affecting employment shall be made without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, marital status, familial status, family responsibilities, protected veteran status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, national origin, disability status, or other classification protected under federal, state or local law. To Apply: Application can be found at [ http://www.belleville.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment/ | www.belleville.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment/ ] Please submit cover letter, resume, and Belleville Area District Library employment application to Amy Greschaw, Head of Adult Services, at agreschaw(a)belleville.lib.mi.us.

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Social Media & Communication
by EMAIL TEAM 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

Dear Librarians, I saw the discussion about Twitter. My question is what has been the most effective social media for your library? Instagram, Twitter, Facebook? We want to find ways to better communicate with our community through social media. In our area Facebook seems to be the older age group. Do you use TikTok? Do any of you use ads in local free papers or Hispanic language newspapers? Have your summer reading programs returned to pre-COVID numbers? Are you doing anything different?I appreciate your input and would be willing to share with other libraries.Thanks. Stephanie Daniels, Directors Vanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library 12 Church Street Hartford, MI 49057(269)588-5103http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/

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FW: NEXT WEEK: Mental Health the Workplace Webinar
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

FYI Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) Mental Health in the Workplace Webinar Please see below! These are free webinars aimed at Michigan employees and employers. Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. "The dissemination of ideas can accomplish nothing if otherwise willing addressees are not free to receive and consider them. It would be a barren marketplace of ideas that had only sellers and no buyers." Lamont v. Postmaster General, 381 U.S. 301. Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigan-top-10-strategic-education-…> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Logo, company name Description automatically generated] From: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity <LEO(a)govsubscriptions.michigan.gov> Sent: Friday, August 4, 2023 1:12 PM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: NEXT WEEK: Mental Health the Workplace Webinar [LEO Banner] [Webinar Video Trailer]<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVy…> LEO's Mental Health in the Workplace monthly webinar series features discussions around the importance of investing in mental health to build stronger, more resilient workplaces. This month we will be joined by guest, Vickie Choitz from Corporation for a Skilled Workforce, as she discusses how trauma shows up in the workplace and provide tools on how to cope with it. Sean Egan, LEO's Deputy Director of Labor who leads the state's workplace mental health initiatives, will moderate. Thursday, August 10 2:00 p.m. Join Via Microsoft Teams [join the event button]<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVy…> The state launched Michigan.gov/WorkplaceMentalHealth<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVy…>, a centralized hub to share resources and strategies aimed at helping employees and employers across the state address mental health in the workplace. ________________________________ Closed captioning will be provided. If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, contact LEO-Comms(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LEO-Comms@michigan.gov> by Tuesday, August 8. Requests received after that date cannot be guaranteed, but every effort will be made to provide the accommodation requested. ________________________________ Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVy…>. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVy…>. This service is provided to you at no charge by Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVy…>. ________________________________ This email was sent to membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membielac@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity *105 West Allegan * Lansing, Michigan 48933 [GovDelivery logo]<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDYsInVy…>

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The Website Formerly Known as Twitter
by DJ Bond 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

Hey Michlib-L, TLN is taking a general poll to find out if libraries are still planning to stay on Twitter or planning to exit with the recent changes that have been happening. Let me know what you all think as you, I'm sure, are also having these conversations. DJ Bond Member Engagement Coordinator The Library Network (248) 536-3100 x116 dbond(a)tln.org TLN.org (he/him)

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Cataloging and MeLCat Cataloging workshop from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

Check out these cataloging workshops from MCLS! Assigning Library of Congress Call Numbers: Basic<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e15d927812a7fa410df8b> 3-day class, August 15-17, 10 a.m. to noon Eastern (9-11 a.m. Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! MeLCat Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e169927812a7fa41119d9> Michigan MeLCat library staff only please. Workshop is $75. 3-day class, August 15-17, 2-4 p.m. Eastern (1-3 p.m. Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/> To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate program, click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-220-9950 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Library Outreach Survey from ABOS
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

Does your library provide outreach services to patrons? The Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services<https://abos-outreach.com/> (ABOS) is seeking your input! ABOS, in partnership with PLA and the Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR), is conducting a survey focused on library and outreach services, homebound services, outreach by mail, early literacy outreach, and other community services. ABOS is collecting information about each of these topics to augment the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Public Library Survey (PLS). The data they collect will be shared in PLA Benchmark<https://librarybenchmark.org/> and through an IMLS-funded study<https://www.imls.gov/grants/awarded/lg-252313-ols-22> at ICPSR. Please consider contributing a response for your public library (administrative entity). The person who responds from your library should be: 1) your designated point-of-contact for annual data collection, or 2) a library administrator positioned to answer questions about bookmobile and outreach services. The survey has a maximum of 44 questions, but not all may apply to your library. Before starting the survey, you can review a PDF<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qT1vFchriKOeNMezF9ZfNMXFmbpVHP2x/view?usp=…> with the questions. Visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/ABOS2023<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ABOS2023> to participate! If you have any questions about the survey, please contact Cathy Zimmerman, ABOS Executive Director, at ExecDir(a)abos-outreach.com<mailto:ExecDir@abos-outreach.com>. [ABOS logo]

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LLC Continuing Education Presents: Make a Makerspace
by Alison Anderson 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

We hope you can join us! Join three librarians - one with a well-established makerspace collection, one with a newly-established makerspace collection, and one that is just beginning to establish a makerspace collection - in discussion about the ins and outs of housing, cataloging, and circulating a collection centering around makerspaces. *Date: Thursday, August 17th @ 2:00pm* Register here: https://llcoop.org/calendar/#/events/96aqsWKZUF/instances/XLd9Oo7bXJ/ Location: Montague Branch of MADL 8778 Ferry St, Montague, MI 49437 Thank you, Alison Anderson (Taylor) Library Services Manager (616) 840-3756 [image: facebook icon] <https://www.facebook.com/SpringLakeDistrictLibrary/> [image: instagram icon] <https://www.instagram.com/springlakedistrictlibrary/> sllib.org

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FREE National Parks Entry Today, Friday, August 4
by Jim Flury 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

[ https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/08/04/national-p… | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/08/04/national-p… ] Be sure to share via your social media! Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Library of Michigan Public Library Financial Management - 3rd Cohort application open!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 03 Aug '23

03 Aug '23

A reminder to consider the Public Library Financial Management cohort for your professional development in the next year. Please see below for details and the application survey. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan >>> The 3rd Round of the Public Library Financial Management Cohort is open! The first two cohorts have been a great success, thanks in large part to the great work by the participants. If you have managerial financial responsibilities and want to learn more about public library financial management, please review the information below and sign up! The Library of Michigan works to provide library specific administrative training for public library staff. As part of this goal, LM is working with the University of Georgia's Carl Vinson Institute of Government to provide a public library financial management certificate program for a cohort of up to 30 public library staff members. Recommended participants are public library directors, budget administrators, and other public library staff with managerial financial management responsibilities. The cohort is a one-year series of classes focused on governmental financial accounting and policy development. The cohort does not include software or basic accounting instruction. The 3rd Cohort group timeline is October 2023 through September 2024. The Library Financial Management Certification Program includes six online courses: * Budgeting for Libraries * Purchasing * Governmental Accounting for Libraries * Internal Control for Libraries * Payroll Administration * Writing Financial Policies The Library of Michigan is underwriting the program costs. You can find more information on the cohort and classes as well as the application to participate here<https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6187764/Library-of-Michigan-Public-Library-F…>. The application deadline is August 24th. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021, www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigan-top-10-strategic-education-…> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Logo, company name Description automatically generated]

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