Before & After

The day has finally come! I opened the library for students today, and saw 24 classes of 7th and 8th graders. I'll see all of 6th grade tomorrow. It's been a long process, but I'm glad I was a part of it.

It's not perfect, but we only lack a handful of items to be completely finished...then I can focus on the collection and working with kids and teachers on a daily basis!

I'm going to let the pictures speak for themselves. Here's a sample of our "before" pictures. (The library was built 20 years ago and had never had an upgrade until this project.)

And now for the "after" pictures:

Here's a breakdown of some of the goodies in the new library:

Reading Room

MakerSpace

3D printer

Big Screen TVs (4)

16-foot single plank of cedar turned into a "Think" bar with charging stations

Coffee bar

Recording Room

Hang-out Seating

Granite-topped round circulation desk (that I LOVE)

Bookcases and furniture on WHEELS!

I have the best room and the best job! So thankful for the opportunity to share it with the school!

I'll keep you updated!