Discovering Library Science & Health Literacy: A High School Push-in Program

Posted by Sarah Levin-Lederer on May 5th, 2025 Posted in: Blog
Tags: Health Literacy, professional development, Training, youth

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Today’s blog is a guest spot by partners at Weill Cornell’s Samuel J. Wood Library. On June 18, our partners will be presenting on a curriculum designed to introduce high school students to the field of library science while equipping them with essential health literacy skills.

Why Attend?

Raising awareness among young people about the opportunities within library science is crucial for attracting future talent. This one-hour session is tailored for teachers, librarians, educators, and anyone working with high school students. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive overview of a curriculum that not only educates students about the library science profession but also empowers them with foundational health literacy skills.

What to Expect

During this webinar, we will:

• Review Developed Modules: Gain insights into the curriculum designed specifically for high school students.
• Discuss Activities: Explore engaging activities included in the curriculum to foster student-led learning.
• Share Best Practices: Learn effective strategies for encouraging student engagement.
• Reflect on Insights: Hear from a high school teacher about the curriculum’s impact and effectiveness.

Objectives

By attending this webinar, you will:

• Gain an overview of a freely available curriculum to increase high school students’ awareness of the library profession.
• Identify various activities and methods to enable student-led learning.
• Examine best practices for student engagement and understand why they work.

When?

June 18 from 2-3 PM EST

Register Now

Don’t miss this opportunity to inspire the next generation of library professionals. Register today and join us in shaping the future of library science education!

This course is eligible for CHIS, CHES and MLA CEs.