Somerville Public School District's Library Media Center Newsletter by Andrea Caporale https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm en-us 2025-11-02 15:39:53 UTC 2026-05-12 14:24:41 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads-usc1.storage.googleapis.com/1385349641/71714250b1ab705528efdd1a14ed495f/transparent_logo__1_.png Download the SCLSNJ app! mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3662042146 Download the free app to take advantage of everything available to you through the Somerville Library and the rest of the Somerset County Library System.

]]> 2025-11-02 15:39:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3662042146 Somerset County Library System - Somerville Branch and more! mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3662042149 There are many FREE resources (books, movies, English Language lessons, museum passes and more!) available with your FREE library card!

]]> 2025-11-02 15:39:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3662042149 Explore the SHS Library Catalog mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3662042150 2025-11-02 15:39:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3662042150 SHS: Mrs. Andrea Caporale mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3662133605 Contact Mrs C: acaporale@somervilleschools.org

]]> 2025-11-02 17:24:25 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3662133605 Our November Choice Board kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663687290 Learn about different holidays, practice coding skills, create arts & crafts and hear a variety of read alouds.

]]> 2025-11-03 14:49:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663687290 Virtual Author Visit! kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663717736 During the month of October, the 6th graders at SMS had a virtual author visit from Katherine Applegate. She spoke about her new book Pocket Bear and how she gets her inspiration to write her books.

]]> 2025-11-03 15:06:00 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663717736 Explore the VDV Library Catalog kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663721776 2025-11-03 15:08:09 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663721776 Explore the SMS Library Catalog kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663728406 2025-11-03 15:12:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663728406 See What Books are Trending at VDV kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663744966 2025-11-03 15:20:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663744966 November Slides kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663824377 Read alouds and links to book on Mackin

]]> 2025-11-03 16:02:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3663824377 VDV & SMS: Ms. Kate Mileto kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3664151675 Contact Ms. Mileto:

kmileto@somervilleschools.org

]]> 2025-11-03 19:28:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3664151675 Why a Library Newsletter? mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3664527812 We want to help you grow avid readers and critical thinkers! Each month we will share information for you to learn more about what's going on in our Library Media Centers. We will offer reading lists, access to free family resources, cultural celebrations, and more! Here you will find info so you may continue the learning at home. Happy Reading!

Your School Librarians, Mrs. Caporale and Ms. Mileto

]]> 2025-11-04 01:13:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3664527812 Let us know what you think... mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3664614645 2025-11-04 01:57:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3664614645 Our December Choice Board kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724567586 Learn about different holidays, practice coding skills, create arts & crafted and hear a variety of read alouds.

]]> 2025-12-16 13:27:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724567586 December Holidays kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724628115 Learn about the different holidays that take place in December.

]]> 2025-12-16 14:09:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724628115 An Epic Winter Reading List kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724634992 Use your Epic! reading account to read a different story that is behind each door.

]]> 2025-12-16 14:14:48 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724634992 New Book Series! kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724646708 Thanks to our friends at Lee & Low publishing SMS was gifted this brand new solarpunk fantasy series "The Shadow Prince". Check out the series here https://www.leeandlow.com/books/the-shadow-prince/

]]> 2025-12-16 14:23:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724646708 December Slides kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724682952 Read alouds and winter time facts.

]]> 2025-12-16 14:44:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724682952 New Digital Titles mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724740276 Explore the many new award winning, digital titles that include both audio and e-books!

]]> 2025-12-16 15:27:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724740276 Rubik's Cube Creations! mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724794598 The Library received a donation of 100 cubes from Donors Choose. Students came together and created this mural. We look forward to more collaboration and creativity to see what else they can do with 100 cubes!

]]> 2025-12-16 16:09:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3724794598 World Braille Day kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3757652847 January 4th is World Braille Day. Checkout this story about Louis Braille. To learn more about World Braille Day visit The National Federation of Blind's website.

]]> 2026-01-20 18:18:00 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3757652847 Our February Choice Board kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3757655612 Learn about President's Day, Black History Month and Valentine's Day

]]> 2026-01-20 18:20:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3757655612 New Books! kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3757658371 Come and check out our newest books! A special thanks to Ms. Catenaro's class for helping to create these displays.

]]> 2026-01-20 18:23:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3757658371 Martin Luther King Jr. kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3757686191 Learn about Dr. King and his allies in the civil rights movement.

]]> 2026-01-20 18:46:02 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3757686191 #buildtogive mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759028289 Build a Heart, tag @lego and they will donate to a child... This is how our students use their extra time in the Library Media Center

]]> 2026-01-21 16:07:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759028289 Muslim American Heritage Month mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759035767 Step into a world of hidden magic, ancient legends, and modern-day heroes. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the stars of a far-off galaxy, this collection celebrates the vibrant beauty of Islamic Heritage. Whether you’re looking for a thrilling fantasy, a sweet romance, or a powerful true story, come find your next great adventure in the SHS LMC

]]> 2026-01-21 16:12:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759035767 In the Spirit of MLK Jr mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759037329 Here are a list of titles to help celebrate the Spirit of Martin Luther King Jr with topics of equal rights and justice for all.

]]> 2026-01-21 16:13:55 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759037329 World Read Aloud Day mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759042361 Celebrate with us on Feb 4th!

World Read Aloud Day was created in NYC by a little boy and Pam Allyn as they were reading aloud together. Now, WRAD is celebrated on the first Wednesday of every February and has reached many millions of people.

]]> 2026-01-21 16:18:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759042361 GenerationAI Leadership Summit mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759257475 2026-01-21 19:19:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3759257475 Our January Choice Board kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775641002 Learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., New Year Celebrations and more!

]]> 2026-02-03 16:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775641002 Learn About Lunar New Year kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775646974 This choice board will teach you about Lunar New Year, Islamic New Year and Hmong New Year

]]> 2026-02-03 16:47:09 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775646974 Let's Learn about Ramadan kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775649262 Click through all 3 slides to learn about Ramadan.

]]> 2026-02-03 16:48:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775649262 Black History Month kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775655102 Learn about important moments in history through this virtual museum exhibit.

]]> 2026-02-03 16:52:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775655102 Black History Art Exhibit kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775658111 Learn about famous African Americans who used art to express their creativity and made an impact in the industry.

]]> 2026-02-03 16:54:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775658111 African American History Month Reading List mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775847025 Explore this reading list celebrating African American Heritage Month that spans from pulse-pounding Afrofuturism to searing contemporary truths. Here you will find stories of revolution, sweet romance, or journeys into faraway places. These titles celebrate Black joy, resilience, and the bold voices shaping our future.

]]> 2026-02-03 19:06:31 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775847025 In the Spirit of MLK Jr mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775848451 Here are a list of titles to help celebrate the Spirit of Martin Luther King Jr with topics of equal rights and justice for all.

]]> 2026-02-03 19:07:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3775848451 Blind Date With a Book kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3780686187 For the month of February, the SMS Media Center is hosting a "Blind Date With a Book" Event. Students who check out a book from this event can "rate their date" and enter a raffle for a free book. A winner will be announced in March.

]]> 2026-02-06 21:27:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3780686187 Our March Choice Board kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3815078365 Learn about Women's History Month, St. Patrick's Day and more!

]]> 2026-03-06 15:26:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3815078365 Women's History Month kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3815081341 Learn about some amazing women!

]]> 2026-03-06 15:28:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3815081341 8th Grade ELA kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3815098935 8th Grade ELA learned about Hexagonal Thinking and how to incorporate it into their book club discussions.

]]> 2026-03-06 15:43:48 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3815098935 SEL 2026 mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818041117 2026-03-09 17:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818041117 Rubik's Cube Creations mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818044333 2026-03-09 17:54:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818044333 Director of Technology named NJASL Administrator of the Year! mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818047060 2026-03-09 17:57:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818047060 SEL 2026 mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818053640 On March 2nd & 3rd, we celebrated International Social Emotional Learning Day. During this year's "Skills for Community, Skills for Career", we highlighted the benefits of our tight-knit community, its many free resources, how to engage with next-level learning, and the importance of self-care.

]]> 2026-03-09 18:03:16 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818053640 Women's History Month YA Reading List mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818059406 2026-03-09 18:08:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818059406 New Audio & e-Books - Feb 2026 mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818063863

]]> 2026-03-09 18:12:28 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3818063863 Somerset County Library Events Calendar kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3839388017 This calendar shows the events each month held at the Somerville branch of the Somerset County Library System.

]]> 2026-03-25 12:20:27 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3839388017 Our April Choice Board kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3860213115 Springtime fun and learning with a virtual field trip to a zoo, Earth Day celebrations, and Poetry Month!

]]> 2026-04-09 15:58:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3860213115 Our May Choice Board kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3898526509 Learn about Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Cinco de Mayo and more with our May Choice Board!

]]> 2026-05-05 13:25:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3898526509 Children's Book Week kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3898530312 May 4th- 10th is Children's Book Week! It is the longest-running national literacy initiative in the US, established in 1919 to foster a love of reading.

]]> 2026-05-05 13:27:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3898530312 May is Mental Health Month kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3898541290 2026-05-05 13:34:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3898541290 May is...... kmileto1 https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3898544074 In May we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month and of course May the 4th!!

]]> 2026-05-05 13:36:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3898544074 Bring Your Child to Work Day mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907275918 Children of all ages came to work with their parents. Our "Guest Admin" were given the task of visiting classrooms, making observations, meeting new "co-workers", and of course having fun!

]]> 2026-05-11 16:38:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907275918 Teacher Appreciation Week mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907290359 Food, gifts, games, & prizes were just some of the exciting things that were happening this week. The halls of SHS were filled with learning, laughter, team building, and appreciation! Somerville is truly a uniquely special community.

]]> 2026-05-11 16:51:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907290359 AAPI Reading List mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907301148 Come explore our expansive list of titles to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Month this May!

]]> 2026-05-11 17:00:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907301148 Jewish American Heritage mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907429283 During May, we celebrate the life, stories, and culture of Jewish Americans. This reading list offers a large variety of titles to explore online and in the SHS library.

]]> 2026-05-11 18:52:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907429283 Mental Health Awareness mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907483255 Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month with this curated selection of titles designed to reflect the diverse realities of the teenage experience.

Fiction titles offer deep empathy through relatable characters. Nonfiction includes memoirs and guides providing lived truths and practical tools for the journey. We even have graphic novels to illustrate the complex emotions that words alone sometimes can't capture.

Whether you are looking for a mirror to your own life or a window into another’s, these stories prove that no one has to struggle in silence. Explore this reading list to find the format and story that resonates most with you.

]]> 2026-05-11 19:53:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3907483255 Volunteer @ the Library! mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3909007401 The Somerset County Library System is looking for volunteers of all ages. Sign up today!

]]> 2026-05-12 14:15:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3909007401 FREE Museum Passes mrsc_library https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3909015019 Check out a FREE Museum pass at the library to visit some of the greatest museums that NY and NJ have to offer!

]]> 2026-05-12 14:17:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsc_library/v52xbmyqqnwvuzcm/wish/3909015019