Future Dates & Training Opportunities

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The Train U.P.! – “Zoom into Super Children’s Programming presented by Maribel Sandoval March 2, 2021, at 2:00 pm CT:

For March’s Train U.P.! we are pleased to announce that Maribel Sandoval, of Grant County Library, with be conducting “Zoom into Super Children’s Programming” workshop. For the little one’s she will be sharing her Story Hour Plus program, fun intro activities and songs, Mr. Bear’s Weather, fun learning games on Canva, songs and dances they do as a group and Bookflix videos. For older children (3-5 Grades) shell will share with us how she does her virtual Girl Power and Lego Club.

The Directors Forum is being rebranded to The Train U.P.! to coincide with the SWKLS Unity Project. The main feature will be Continuing Education presentation and then at the end of the session the SWKLS Departments will relay any news that needs to be mentioned.

Summer Library (Reading) Program:

The Summer Library (Reading) Program Workshop has been scheduled for March 18. Tammie Benham, Youth Consultant of SEKLS, will be going through the manual and exploring options for planning along the way.

The main presenter will be Mindy Miller. Mindy is a Kansas native-and life-long bibliophile, Mindy Miller is a school library director and children’s programming practitioner. Mindy is a graduate of Washburn University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media/Public Relations. She also received a Juris Doctorate from Washburn Law School and is a former corporate lawyer. in 2014 she entered the professional library world and has tackled everything from summer library and story times to YA programming.

Reader Zone Training:

For our member libraries that have gone with the Reader Zone App again for tracking the Summer Library Program, Jake Bell has set March 5 at 10:00 am CT.

You will be able to ask questions as Reader Zone Founder, Jake Ball, shows you how to build reading programs and use the new features of Reader Zone.

No pre-registration is required.

Click this link: Zoom.com and enter the meeting ID:  473 615 3161

Member Accreditation and Walk-Through

The new form is available on the System’s website it directors would like to start working on the accreditation application. The application is due October 31, 2021 (Accreditation Main Page on the System’s website). A walk-through of the new Accreditation form for anyone that wishes to join in will be March 26, at 2:00 pm, Zoom Link Here.

Remember as part of the accreditation Member Libraries need to send in their yearly proposed line item budget, the final line item budget from the previous year, and their insurance certificate if it has been renewed recently,

After-Lunch Courses

Throughout 2021, the Kansas Regional Library Systems are offering four free continuing education workshops on Zoom, for a series we are calling “after-lunch course”. Registration announcements will be posted to Kan-Lib, and to the regional system’s website: systems.mykansaslibrary.org.

The registration Links for After-Lunch Courses

Registration for Advocacy with Jamie LaRue – March 11 at 1:30 pm CT

Weeding Update: New Leaf Pick-ups

New Leaf will be coming to several SWKLS locations in April. Below, you will find the pick-up “hubs” and the windows of time these libraries will accept your weeded items. If you need help delivering your items to these libraries, please let the SWKLS Office know ASAP.

For New Leaf’s pick-up on April 14th, these libraries will accept your weeded items:

• DCPL: 4/5 – 4/13 @ children’s entrance, lower level. *Note: DCPL will not be able to accept your items during the last hour of the day as staff will be busy with closing procedures. Email Director Lori J. lorij@dcpl.info
• Haskell Township: 4/5 – 4/13. Email Director Sara K. haskelllib@gmail.com
• Ness City: 4/1 – 4/13. Email Director Laurie P. director@nesscitylibrary.org

For New Leaf’s pick-up on April 21st, these libraries will accept your weeded items:

• Plains: 4/12 – 4/20. Email Director Sara M. smunn@plainslibrary.info
• Ashland: Email Director Cara V. ashlib@ashlandlibrary.info

Free Books!

The SWKLS Office received a box of ARCs (advanced reader copies) from Sourcebooks. ARCs are pre-published, almost-complete versions of new books that are distributed to readers, such as professional reviewers, booksellers, and librarians; they are not to be sold or cataloged. But, any library staff member is welcome to enjoy reading them! To obtain these adult ARCs, email Tandy tritchhartswkls.org

Future Dates & Training Opportunities

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The Train U.P.! – March 2, 2021, at 2:00 pm CT:

For March’s Train U.P.! we are pleased to announce that Maribel Sandoval with be conducting “Zoom into Super Children’s Programming” workshop. For the little one’s she will be sharing her Story Hour Plus program, fun intro activities and songs, Mr. Bear’s Weather, fun learning games on Canva, songs and dances they do as a group and Bookflix videos. For older children (3-5 Grades) shell will share with us how she does her virtual Girl Power and Lego Club.

The Directors Forum is being rebranded to The Train U.P.! to coincide with the SWKLS Unity Project. The main feature will be Continuing Education presentation and then at the end of the session the SWKLS Departments will relay any news that needs to be mentioned.

Additional Continuing Education Opportunities:

Remember to email Richard at the System Office if you attend or watch a workshop so the Office can update your CE File. In the email let us know the title and duration of the workshop.

Two free webinars-on-demand! These webinars can be viewed for free until March 31st. No registration required; just click on the title below to start viewing:

• Playing the Long Game: The Resiliency of Ordinary People Like You and Me with presenter Pat Wagner
• How to Write for the Library Press (and Make Editors Love You) with presenter Kathy Dempsey

Brief Bib Tips:

1. You may have seen this week’s release notes from Ted Koppel at Auto-Graphics (above). In the brief bib report, a library is now able to run the report for itself, instead of all of SWKLS. (Hint: Check your inbox for Ted’s email on Monday, Feb. 8th.)
2. Here is an easy way to check your brief bibs, instead of running a report:
   • From the quick search bar or advanced search, enter “ZZZbriefbib” as a subject search in your library. Voila!

• NOTE: Checking your library’s brief bibs monthly is considered a best practice. Reminders have been included in the SWKLS U.P.! Calendar. / Link

Auto-Graphics Training Sessions for New Directors –

Now Available on the SWKLS Wiki / Link

Session #1 (Jan. 20th): VERSO/Circ Admin
Session #2 (Jan. 26th): VERSO/Support Tab, VERSO/Circ Reports, VERSO/Miscellaneous
Session #3 (Jan. 28th): SHAREit/ILL Admin, SHAREit/PAC Admin, SHAREit/Blank ILL Requests

Government Affairs Committee and Advocacy Session:

Gail Santy is the Regional Systems Government Affairs Committee representative and she is sharing the video and chat for the session. There will be another session on February 18, 2021, at 2:00 pm CT. Here is the Advocacy Zoom Link for the 18th’s Session

Video link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mZWIDOl6GaSODCK60vmiiNArspQgJ19q/view?usp=sharingChat link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Y5oIrBnWu_RMXV4nd8DjslsgPmPQNRFz/view?usp=sharing 

Vaccine Links

Below are the two links to assist with COVID-19 Vaccine information. Find my vaccine is a webpage to assist with information on where within your area vaccines are being distributed. The KDHE’s YouTube channel is the second link for vaccine information. If you watch the session please remember to let Richard know so it can be updated in the Continuing Education files.

Find My Vaccine — https://www.kansasvaccine.gov/160/Find-My-Vaccine
KDHE’s meeting with House Children and Seniors link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlnnbevpgZk

Unemployment 1099-G forms

If you or a staff member receive a 1099-G form of unemployment funds being distributed to them you will want to give them this information. They can call the Department of Labor at 785-575- 1461. The number will be staffed during regular business hours from Monday through Friday 8 a.m. CST to 4 p.m. CST, extended hours Monday through Friday 4 p.m. CST to 8 p.m. CST and Saturday 8 a.m. CST to 2 p.m. CST.  

If you do not wish to keep calling the Department of Labor telephone number the site does have an “Unsworn Declaration of Payments not Received/Identity Theft” form that Tandy located last night, after the site became live again.  This form has an address that you can send the form directly.
Here is the link to the form:https://www.dol.ks.gov/docs/default-source/ui-benefits-forms/1099-g-forms/k-frd-100.pdf

How do I report fraud if I received a 1099-G form for a fraudulent claim in my name?
If you received a 1099-G form for a claim that you did not receive payment for due to identity theft, you can fill out a request on the KDOL Self-Service Portal under “1099 Protest/Dispute”, making sure to check the box for “I want to dispute my 1099” and upload an Unsworn Declaration to declare you did not receive the benefits that were stated on your 1099-G form issued from the Kansas Department of Labor.
You can also send a written dispute with your full name and last 4 digits of your social security number to the Kansas Department of Labor at the following address:
Fraudulent 1099 Inquiry
Kansas Department of Labor
401 SW Topeka Blvd.
Topeka, KS 66603-3182
Make sure to include the reason of identity theft in your written dispute and a copy of a completed Unsworn Declaration form.
Additionally, if you have not so already, go to www.dol.ks.gov/fraud to submit a report to our Fraud Investigation team. For more information on reporting fraud, see the Unemployment Fraud FAQ page.

KPERS Scam:

Another Scam for you to be aware of. Tandy received this from KPERS so have your staff be mindful and when talking with KPERS go through their official channels.

Heads-UpOutside Retirement Email to Members Recently we’ve been told that a company called Fed Resource, also known as Gov Resource, has been sending emails to KPERS members and offering a “no-cost, retirement planning review.” KPERS Does Not Offer Personal Financial Advice KPERS does not have an agreement with Fed Resource or Gov Resource, and we do not endorse any services they provide.Financial advisors who buy marketing or sales services from Fed Resource or Gov Resource do not work for KPERS. We don’t employ or contract with any personal financial advisors or planners.Here are some tips for choosing a financial planner. (from the Aug 2019 KPERS retiree newsletter) KPERS Retirement Resources When employees need KPERS retirement info, please tell them to get started by going to the Retirement Info Center on kpers.org. A good place for the basics all the way down to the fine details.Every quarter, KPERS also hosts Pre-Retirement Webinars. We answer the tough questions and personally walk employees down the path to retirement.And of course, we’re always just a phone call away. We also offer in-person and virtual counseling sessions. We’d love to help!Questions?Email employers@kpers.orgToll-free 1-888-275-5737In Topeka 296-6166

Accreditation Standards

The new form is available on the System’s website it directors would like to start working on the accreditation application. The application is due October 31, 2021 (Accreditation Main Page on the System’s website).

After-Lunch Courses

Throughout 2021, the Kansas Regional Library Systems are offering four free continuing education workshops on Zoom, for a series we are calling “after-lunch course”. Registration announcements will be posted to Kan-Lib, and to the regional system’s website: systems.mykansaslibrary.org.

The registration Links for After-Lunch Courses

Registration for Advocacy with Jamie LaRue – March 11 at 1:30 pm CT

 

ARSL Leadership Institute Applications Are Now Open!

Good afternoon, ARSL members!

We are excited to announce that applications for ARSL’s pilot leadership institute, Outstanding In Their Field, are officially open! We are looking for 30 outstanding people who are currently working in rural and small libraries to join us for this special professional development opportunity.

Applications will be accepted through February 24th, 2021.

Participants, a.k.a. “Outfielders,” will undertake 18 months of online and in-person interactive sessions.

It’s a BIG commitment, and rewarding! Participants will gain:

• skills and confidence as leaders
• a network of colleagues throughout the country
• experiences at two ARSL conferences

Need to order more item barcodes?

Email your order to Kelly by February 19th. Include your library’s name, the starting barcode number, and the quantity you would like to order in increments of 1,000.

1,000 barcodes = $24 + shipping. The order will arrive at the SWKLS Office approximately 10 business days after the order is placed. Then, the barcodes will be dispersed via the courier.

Future Dates & Training Opportunities

The SWKLS Unity Project proposed calendar is available on the Wiki

This calendar will be edited as 2021 progresses, and it contains recommended tasks in each of the four “branches” of the SWKLS U.P. “tree”: ILL (SHAREit), ILS (VERSO), new directors, and technology. You may wish to check the calendar regularly to organize tasks such as checking brief bibs, new directors’ training, counting ILLs monthly, checking CAT Express activity, weeding, New Leaf pick-ups, etc. / Link

The Directors Forum is being rebranded to The Train U.P.! to coincide with the SWKLS Unity Project. The main feature will be Continuing Education presentation and then at the end of the session the SWKLS Departments will relay any news that needs to be mentioned.

Vaccine Links

Below are the two links to assist with COVID-19 Vaccine information. Find my vaccine is a webpage to assist with information on where within your area vaccines are being distributed. The KDHE’s YouTube channel is the second link for vaccine information. If you watch the session please remember to let Richard know so it can be updated in the Continuing Education files.

Find My Vaccine — https://www.kansasvaccine.gov/160/Find-My-Vaccine
KDHE’s meeting with House Children and Seniors link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlnnbevpgZk

Unemployment 1099-G forms

If you or a staff member receive a 1099-G form of unemployment funds being distributed to them you will want to give them this information. They can call the Department of Labor at 785-575- 1461. The number will be staffed during regular business hours from Monday through Friday 8 a.m. CST to 4 p.m. CST, extended hours Monday through Friday 4 p.m. CST to 8 p.m. CST and Saturday 8 a.m. CST to 2 p.m. CST.  

If you do not wish to keep calling the Department of Labor telephone number the site does have an “Unsworn Declaration of Payments not Received/Identity Theft” form that Tandy located last night, after the site became live again.  This form has an address that you can send the form directly.
Here is the link to the form:https://www.dol.ks.gov/docs/default-source/ui-benefits-forms/1099-g-forms/k-frd-100.pdf

How do I report fraud if I received a 1099-G form for a fraudulent claim in my name?
If you received a 1099-G form for a claim that you did not receive payment for due to identity theft, you can fill out a request on the KDOL Self-Service Portal under “1099 Protest/Dispute”, making sure to check the box for “I want to dispute my 1099” and upload an Unsworn Declaration to declare you did not receive the benefits that were stated on your 1099-G form issued from the Kansas Department of Labor.
You can also send a written dispute with your full name and last 4 digits of your social security number to the Kansas Department of Labor at the following address:
Fraudulent 1099 Inquiry
Kansas Department of Labor
401 SW Topeka Blvd.
Topeka, KS 66603-3182
Make sure to include the reason of identity theft in your written dispute and a copy of a completed Unsworn Declaration form.
Additionally, if you have not so already, go to www.dol.ks.gov/fraud to submit a report to our Fraud Investigation team. For more information on reporting fraud, see the Unemployment Fraud FAQ page.

Accreditation Standards

The new form is available on the System’s website it directors would like to start working on the accreditation application. The application is due October 31, 2021 (Accreditation Main Page on the System’s website).

After-Lunch Courses

Throughout 2021, the Kansas Regional Library Systems are offering four free continuing education workshops on Zoom, for a series we are calling “after-lunch course”. Registration announcements will be posted to Kan-Lib, and to the regional system’s website: systems.mykansaslibrary.org.
The registration for March’s online course, with Jamie LaRue, should be available on February 3rd.

ARSL Leadership Institute Applications Are Now Open!

Good afternoon, ARSL members!

We are excited to announce that applications for ARSL’s pilot leadership institute, Outstanding In Their Field, are officially open! We are looking for 30 outstanding people who are currently working in rural and small libraries to join us for this special professional development opportunity.

Applications will be accepted through February 24th, 2021.

Participants, a.k.a. “Outfielders,” will undertake 18 months of online and in-person interactive sessions.

It’s a BIG commitment, and rewarding! Participants will gain:

• skills and confidence as leaders
• a network of colleagues throughout the country
• experiences at two ARSL conferences

New Leaf Pick-up Locations in SWKLS

Before dropping off your weeded items to the locations below, please call the library’s director.

• April 14 & October 13: Dodge City Public Library, Haskell Township, and Ness City
• April 21 & October 20: Plains & Ashland