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Guest Name: Stacey Nunn Guest social media:  Instagram: @book.ieblogger LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/stacey-nunn-books4life Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Guest Name:  Dr. Kari Stubbs  Guest social media: Instagram @drkaristubbs Substack https://substack.com/@drkaristubbs Twitter @karistubbs    Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Guest Name:  Amy DirlamGuest social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-dirlam-54859922/ Instagram @amy_dirlam Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Welcome back to Leading from the Library! We're kicking off Season 13 with Shannon McClintock Miller and guest Crissi Brandhuber. Find out what happened when Crissi collaborated with her local indie bookstore to create a literacy night in her community called StoryFest. Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Guest Name: Lindsey Keown Guest social media: @mskeown_reads on Instagram    Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Guest Name: Pam Zettervall  Guest Social Media:  Instagram and Tik Tok @jetwithzett @Pam Zettervall  LinkedIn and X @pamzettervall  Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Guest Name:  Kristina Presley Guest social media: MrsPresleysLibrary  Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

In this episode of Leading from the Library, host Shannon McClintock Miller welcomes educator, author, and former teacher librarian Jennifer Casa-Todd to discuss the new Digital Media Literacy Toolbox created by Canadian School Libraries. Together, they explore how librarians can support students and educators in navigating today’s digital world through media literacy, digital wellness, and AI literacy. Jennifer shares how the toolbox was designed around three essential pillars — Feel, Think, and Do — helping school librarians foster student well-being, critical thinking, creativity, leadership, and positive digital engagement. The conversation dives into: • AI literacy and digital citizenship • Student leadership and agency • Media literacy frameworks for schools • Digital wellness and screen time conversations • Practical classroom and library applications • Resources librarians can use right away Jennifer also explains how librarians everywhere can contribute their own “See It in Action” examples to help grow this collaborative global resource for school libraries. Whether you’re a librarian, educator, administrator, or instructional leader, this episode offers practical ideas and inspiration for empowering students to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Learn more about the Digital Media Literacy Toolbox from Canadian School Libraries and explore resources for AI and media literacy in school libraries. Guest Name: Jennifer Casa-Todd Guest Socials: JCasaTodd Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Discover how a school librarian and classroom teacher are transforming learning through “edutainment” in this energizing episode of Leading from the Library. Host Shannon McClintock Miller sits down with Amanda Graves and Cathy Fernandez to explore how collaboration can turn everyday lessons into unforgettable experiences. Using wrestling-inspired “rounds” like the Tag Team Title Match, Lights, Camera, Curriculum, and Curriculum Cage Match, Amanda and Cathy share how they blend curriculum, creativity, and fun to boost student engagement while still meeting rigorous standards. From interactive game-show-style reviews and media literacy challenges using The Big Fib podcast to grant-funded projects, virtual author visits, and “National Pickle Day” activities, this episode is packed with practical ideas educators can bring into their own schools. The conversation highlights the power of librarian-teacher partnerships, the importance of joyful learning, and how collaboration can create championship-level instruction that students never forget. Watch their wrestling-inspired collaboration video here: https://youtu.be/z_fEWzRWmE0?si=J7y9bzwbSUQPTpa3 Guest Name: Amanda Graves and Cathy Fernandez Guest social media: Amanda: @themerrylibrary Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Guest Name: Erika Rocha and Erica White  Guest social media: @la_teacherTX & @IISDLibraries Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Guest Name:  Nicholas Moore Guest social media: IG & Twitter: @LearnTeachMoore Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

School librarians face a growing challenge: increasing student needs, shrinking budgets, and limited time to advocate for stronger collections. Jean will share how the grant enabled her to transform a key part of her collection. If you’ve ever wished you could secure additional funding—but weren’t sure where to begin—this conversation is designed for you. Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Allie Cornejo engages in a thoughtful conversation about how digital citizenship is changing in the age of AI. She reflects on the questions schools are wrestling with, including accuracy, bias, authorship, and responsibility, and discusses how librarians can help shape a culture where students learn to think critically and act ethically in an AI-driven world. Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Guests Names:  Jillian Pratt, Amanda Hunt Guest social media: @thetechylibrarian, @thenextgenlibrarian Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs

Guest Name:  Meghan Murphy Guest social media:  @librarywithmeg on instagram/facebook/tiktok Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #FutureReadyLibs