Stephanie Kinnaman: Nebraska School Librarian of the Year

Background

Stephanie Kinnaman was recently named the Nebraska School Librarian of the Year by the Nebraska School Librarians Association. 

Explanation

Stephanie Kinnaman teaches at Morley Elementary School and has taught for six years. She was recently named the Nebraska School Librarian of the Year by the Nebraska School Librarians Association. 

It states in the nomination letter:

“Steph Kinnaman is a true example of a 21st Century librarian. She is a master teacher who weaves information literacy, digital citizenship, and research skills into highly engaging and well-developed instruction for grades K-5. She leads by example through her teaching of immersive library lessons that provide a solid foundation of literacy and inquiry skills for all students.”

“Steph demonstrates professionalism and leadership each and every day through her library instruction, collaborative partnerships, and community involvement. Her library is not only warm and welcoming, it’s a model of great teaching. She’s a master at classroom management and organization.”

 

Proposal

That the Lincoln Board of Education adopt the following resolution:

WHEREAS, Stephanie Kinnaman, school librarian at Morley Elementary School has been awarded Nebraska School Librarian of the Year by the Nebraska School Librarians Association; and

WHEREAS, Stephanie Kinnaman successfully facilitates learning and supports student growth through a thoughtfully curated collection of resources that fits their learning needs at Morley Elementary School; and

WHEREAS, Stephanie Kinnaman weaves information literacy, digital citizenship, and research skills into highly engaging and well-developed instruction; and

WHEREAS, Stephanie Kinnaman is widely admired and respected among her peers, both at Lincoln Public Schools and in the state of Nebraska for her passion and leadership;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Lincoln Board of Education does hereby congratulate Stephanie Kinnaman for being awarded Nebraska School Librarian of the Year by the Nebraska School Librarians Association.

Updated January 24, 2024