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, December 12, 2011

Congratulations Jim!

Jim,

I will miss working with you on the OASL Board. When you had a report or suggestions to give, everyone always carefully listened to you because of your expertise, wisdom and excellent ideas. You have contributed so much to school libraries across Oregon. We are especially thankful to you for providing the leadership to create and support OSLIS, the push to pursue a statewide Battle of the Books program and the establishment of a full-time school library liaison position at the State Library. I wish you the best in your retirement!

With many thanks,

Jenny Takeda

OASL Secretary

Beaverton School District

1 comment:

  1. Jim ScheppkeDecember 13, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Thank you Jenny. It's been a pleasure working with you, and watching your family grow! Hang in there and continue to work with your colleagues and supporters in the Beaverton School District to maintain quality school libraries.

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