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 14, 2011

Thank you for the treasured years of service and OBOB Support


Jim,

Congratulations on your retirement! Thank you for your creative ideas... and follow through. Thank you for inspiring others to take action on their interests and invest their time in support of various library programs. Also, thank you for sharing your dream to create a statewide "battle of the books" program. I have enjoyed participating in the Oregon Battle of the Books development.

Much appreciation,

- Debbie Alvarez, Library Media Specialist, Ridgewood Elementary School, Beaverton School District.

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  1. Jim ScheppkeNovember 15, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    Well Debbie, we may have never had a statewide OBOB without your dedication and hard work. You are awesome! What a service you and your OASL colleagues have done -- to inspire thousands of students all over Oregon to become avid readers. OBOB is the greatest. Keep up the good work and I do hope to stay involved.

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