System Spotlight
By Staff
Welcome Miguel Coca – SWKLS Collection Specialist
Please see the Cataloging, Collection Development, and ILL section for his introduction.
4th of July parade at Morton County
Future Dates & Training Opportunities (All Times in CST)
July 17th, 1 PM – 2 PM – A Mindful Approach to Stress (Webinar)/Register Here
July 17th, 2 PM – 3 PM – Cultural Humility in Library Work (Webinar)/Register Here
July 23rd, 9 AM – 9:45 AM – Koha eCard Admin Training/Zoom Link
July 23rd, 12 PM – 12:45 PM – Four Ways to Advocate for Libraries in 2024 (Webinar)/Register Here
July 29th, 11 AM – 12 PM – Supporting Staff and Student Mental Health (Webinar)/Register Here
August 2nd – 10 AM – 3 PM – Tech Day+/Register Here
August 9th, 10 AM – 12 PM – Southwest Kansas Library System Board Meeting/Registration Link
August 9th, 1 PM – 3 PM – StoryTime Swap Meet/Submit Your Ideas Here
September 26th – 27th – SWKLS Retreat/Register Here
Consulting
By Sara Wilson
Tech Day+ 2024
Rev up your engines and get your motors runnin’ – it’s time for SWKLS’ 16th annual Tech Day+! This year, the Tech Team is going with a garage theme and making sure you get your technology tune-up. We will have guest speakers and sessions on everything from disaster preparedness to gaming and of course, delicious food and prizes! This year, Tech Day+ will be held on Friday, August 2nd, with registration beginning at 9:30 AM at the First Church of God. Please see the registration link for more details. Be sure to secure your spot in the mechanic’s shop by registering today! If you have any questions, the Lead Mechanic for this workshop, Chris Dressler, will be happy to answer them for you.
Reminder: Summer Library Program Evaluation
For many of you, the Summer Library Program is coming to a close. Congratulations on another awesome year! 🥳 Please take the time to fill out the Summer Library Program Evaluation Form, now available on Google Forms. All Summer Library Program Evaluation forms must be turned in by the end of August. Thank you!
Cataloging, Collection Development, and ILL
By Miguel Coca
Collection Development Inspiration
Adult Fiction
Children’s & YA Fiction
About Me!
Hello Everyone!
With this being my first week at SWKLS I thought it would be a good idea to tell you a little about myself.
I was born and raised in Dodge City, where most of my family still resides. I am currently working towards a Bachelors in Communications at Southern New Hampshire University. I began my working career in 2012 as a Gunfighter at Boot Hill Museum. I then began working in every position till I landed myself in the Admin Office in 2021, where I worked as the Administrative Assistant. The following year I also began working as the Curatorial Assistant where I learned the ins and outs of maintaining and cataloging their large Collection, but in December of 2023 I decided it was time for a career change. So for the first half of this year I worked in the Business Office at Dodge City Community College as an Accounts Payable Clerk, where I learned very quickly that math and accounting was not for me. And that is one of the reasons you see me here now.
Here’s a little about my personal life. I just got married back in October to Carissa DeVoss-Coca, who just became the Director at DCPL. And our son Ezra was born back in May. Some of my hobbies included collecting trading cards, watching anime, and playing video games. Some of my favorite games include Final Fantasy, The Legend of Zelda, Fallout, and of course Fortnite.
I am so excited to be working here at SWKLS and I look forward to working with everyone!
Feel free to reach out to me anytime my email is mcoca@swkls.org
For All VERSO Users: Versed in VERSO
From VERSO Product Manager Julie Cavender:
The July Versed in VERSO recording and presentation is posted. Some of the topics covered include:
Circulation, Reports, and Catalog Updates
Accessibility Overview and Tools you can use
The next Versed in VERSO is scheduled for Tuesday, August 13th, at 11:00 AM ET / 10:00 AM CT / 9:00 AM MT / 8:00 AM PT. Registration is open:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5961653641333807959
If you have a question or topic you’d like covered, please submit it when registering.
Technology
by Christopher Dressler
Library Cards!
Create your own customized library cards. We offer design assistance and remember, your first 50 are free! Full-color printing front and back. Our library cards come on rugged PVC and are manufactured to the most rigid specifications ensuring long lasting durability. Design children’s library cards or cards for special promotions and programs like Summer Read Punch cards so you can track reading goals. Will ship using courier. A variety of barcoding, personalization and signature area configurations are available – all printed underneath the card laminate for maximum protection. Please call Chris @ 620-225-1231 for more information