Library Learning commons certification

Congratulations to Tritt Elementary School for earning Library Learning Commons Certification! 

With the leadership of Joanne Bates, the library media specialist, the support of the library media parapro, Kathy Porter, the guidance of the principal, Karen Carstens, and the collaborative efforts of the teachers and staff, Tritt has shown a vision and commitment to 21st century learning and future-ready education. Their dedication to the library media program in three areas - services, resources, and intentional spaces - has had a tremendous impact on the teaching and learning at Tritt, and will for years to come.

Collaborative teaching and learning is at the heart of a Library Learning Commons, and informs the design of both the program and the space. Click here to learn more about Library Learning Commons Certification.

Congratulations to Tritt ES - the first to earn Library Learning Commons Certification! 
Pictured left to right: Karen Carstens, Principal; Holly Frilot, Supervisor of Library Media Education; Kathy Porter, library media parapro; Joanne Bates, library media specialist
Cobb Schools Awards Tritt Elementary School the First Library Learning Commons Certification in the Nation
CobbCast article
East Cobb News article
Marietta Daily Journal article 
Pictured left to right: Holly Frilot, Supervisor of Library Media Education; Cara Harpin, library media specialist; Susan Chambless, library media parapro, Dana Carlton, Principal

​The number of Library Learning Commons Certified schools continues to grow!

February 2019
McClure Middle School

Cara's program is definitely outstanding. This was especially evident in her design of her intentional spaces and the "extras" she has developed to increase student involvement...she has total student buy-in as she involves students in so many aspects of her program...an exemplary model for LLC Certification."

~Library Learning Commons Advisory Board Member

Award-winning programs

Beth Finnegan named 2019 Cobb Library Media Specialist of the Year
Beth Finnegan, library media specialist at Kennesaw Elementary, is the 2019 Cobb Library Media Specialist of the Year!

"I am humbled and touched by this honor," Mrs. Finnegan remarked. "It is one that I celebrate with so many who have been part of my journey. From my amazing family, my incredible staff and administrators at KES, and to the wonderful media specialists in Cobb. I hope you all know what joys you are."

Her principal, Brett Ward, acknowledges her impact. "Beth has gained the respect of the Kennesaw community as an instructional leader and mentor to children. She provides tremendous support to students, teachers, and parents. She truly engages students in real-world experiences to help them gain understanding of standards." 

Congratulations to Beth Finnegan on her honor as the 2019 Cobb Library Media Specialist of the Year! 
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Beth Finnegan, library media specialist at Kennesaw Elementary,
​with Principal Brett Ward
Frey Elementary School
​2018 Exemplary Library Media Program
"Welcome to 8:30 Friday morning in the LC! We’ve got class checkout, research, small group discussion, and makerspace creations going all at the same time!"
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~Ashley Sherman, Library Media Specialist
Awtrey Middle School
​2018 Exceptional Library Media Program

​We are excited to welcome the author Lynda Mullaly Hunt to Awtrey! She shared with our top readers!

~Anita Foster, Library Media Specialist

Library "PASS" Partnership for Cobb Students

Cobb County students can use their student ID to access Cobb County Public Library resources! Access is made easy through a partnership called PASS: Public library Access for Student Success.

In additional to all the resources your school's Cobb Digital Library has to offer 24/7, we've now partnered with the Cobb County Public Library for additional resources for homework help, research, ebooks, and more. You can even visit a local branch and check out up to 5 books with your student number! 

  • Students can access public library resources through their school's Cobb Digital Library or directly at ​www.cobbcat.org/librarypass/.
  • Your PIN is your birthday is 4-digit format: 2-digit day and 2-digit month. 
  • Faculty can use their Cobb County Public Library card number and PIN or Educator card number and PIN. 
  • Check out the FAQ page for more information. 
CobbCast article     Marietta Daily Journal article     AJC article

Library LEarning Commons


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Wondering what's possible in a Library Learning Commons? 

Check out this short video of the Sope Creek Learning Commons. You'll be amazed to see what students can do! 

Special thanks to Megin Robinson, Sope Creek Library Media Specialist, and Hannah Bentley, 5th grade AC teacher. 

What is a LIBRARY Learning Commons?

Check out this video about the recent learning commons transformation at Awtrey MS.

Instructional philosophy

Through instructional leadership and collaboration, students learn digital literacy skills, engage in creative thinking, and are prepared for their futures.  

First New Library Learning Commons

Mountain View ES opened a new building for '17-'18, and with it an all-new library learning commons.

Future-Ready

We are preparing students for future careers that don't exist yet. As library media specialists, we do this through our inquiry approach to research, encouraging students to ask thought-provoking questions, teaching them to use digital resources effectively to seek answers, and express their learning in compelling ways.