As part of the #edublogclub year-long challenge to blog on education, this week’s topic focuses on an article of interest.

I read widely because of my job and because of my interests. I find Pocket, a Chrome extension to be useful in curating the articles that I want to save, read, re-read, or remember for the future. This Huffington Post article is one such article about why libraries remain essential for school.

After a short but very fruitful week this week, I’d like reflect on what Williams’ shared and specifically their quote from Timothy Healy that “the most important asset of any library goes home at night– the library staff.” Whether it’s my drive home, the moments before I fall asleep, or even during the work day, I’m constantly reflecting on my purpose. And now re-reading Healy’s words, it’s likely the most important thing I do each day as we celebrate student success and fill our cups with positive human interaction for our young learners.

Like today, I spent two periods with AP Language classes of thirty students each booktalking and then zeroing in on a narrative nonfiction or informational text for their outside reading project. I was buzzing with adrenaline sharing my favorites and seeing the light in their eyes as they made a connection with what I was sharing or what they found.

I also use the library’s social media to share what we’re doing, but my personal social media to recognize the importance of my work to me. My mother even recently commented on a Facebook post I had made during my presentations and attendance at School Library Journal‘s Leadership Summit that I epitomize the saying that when you find a job you love, you don’t have to work a day in your life. That is true.

So yes, libraries are essential. In the public sphere in and in public education. But ultimately, what moves you in your own position?