Jim didn't want a traditional retirement party. "Too many greenhouse gas emissions, not to mention unwanted calories," he said. So instead we are having a Virtual Retirement Party - carbon neutral and heart healthy!

To celebrate, Jim wants all his colleagues and associates to post a good wish, photo or a memory to this blog. You can even ask Jim a question. Jim will reply to every post! (Jim will be the only person able to comment on messages after they are posted).

And while you're at it, Jim hopes you will consider a donation in his honor to his favorite charity, our own Talking Book and Braille Services.

Please submit your message before Jim retires on December 30, 2011. Include your name at the end of your message.

Monday, November 7, 2011

Impacting School Libraries

Jim,

It is an honor to know you as a strong advocate for school libraries across the state.  You cared about libraries from Astoria High School on the coast to Portland metro school libraries to Umatilla schools in eastern Oregon. 

 

It was my privilege to get to know you through serving together on the OASL (OEMA) board for many years.  You always looked professional on those Saturday morning meetings and even at the board retreats at Silver Falls.  When you spoke, board members listened.

 

I remember sharing a meal of Lebanese delicacies near the Dupont Circle in DC as we participated in National Legislative Day.  Please know that your legacy will always be part of school libraries with OSLIS, the updated language with TSPC, Battle of the Books (Jesuit is participating this year), and a full-time school library consultant in Salem.

 

May you enjoy time with your family during your retirement.

 

Gregory Lum

Librarian

Jesuit High School

 

1 comment:

  1. Jim ScheppkeNovember 13, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Thanks Gregory. It's been great to work with you all these years. I appreciate your continued leadership in OASL. That place in DC is called Levante. I've been there many times. I treasure the memories of ALA Legislative Day which I participated in every year for about 20 years. The OASL members were always some our most effective advocates.

    OASL needs to keep fighting for good school library services in every Oregon school. Never give up! Strong school libraries continue to be the key to having every Oregon student become a good reader.

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