Form D.2, Post-Midwinter Meeting/Annual Conference Committee Report
Mid-Winter
Boston, Massachusetts
January 17, 2010
Note: Submit one copy of this report to the ALSC Executive Director before leaving the conference, if possible, or within three weeks of the end of the conference. Also submit one copy of this form to the following individuals: your priority group consultant, President, and Vice President/President Elect. Retain one copy to share with committee members. Please note: Reports will be posted on the ALSC Web site and will be accessible to all ALSC members.
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q Annual Conference Report qX Midwinter Meeting Report
Name of Committee: 2011 Mildred L. Batchelder Award Committee
Priority Group Number: V Priority Group Consultant: Sandra Imdieke
Committee Chair: Susan Faust Date: February 8, 2010
Members Attending:
Ms. Doris Gebel, Acting Chair, 2011 Mildred L. Batchelder Award Committee
Ms. Susan Faust, Chair, 2011 Mildred L. Batchelder Awards Committee
Sheila Cody
Tessa Michaleson
Kristy Sutorius
Members Absent (Please note any unexcused problems with meeting attendance in a separate email to the ALSC President, ALSC Executive Director, and your Priority Group Consultant; please also note that attendance at media evaluation and award committee meetings at the Annual Conference following appointment and the Midwinter Meeting at which the selections are made is MANDATORY):
Adrienne Furness (pre-arranged and excused/not a mandatory meeting)
Invited Guests:
Sandra Imdieke, Priority Group V Consultant
Linda Pavonetti, guest speaker
Attending Guests:
Sarah Abercrombie
Jessica Ammons
Brenda Kahn
Barbara Brand
Lorraine Tauches
Summarize Committee discussion, any decisions reached, and follow-up action needed, including suggestions for future programs or publications based on the committee’s work.
Made introductions
Introduced award—history and criteria (to be done again at Annual)
Established calendar and discussed timetable to meet objectives
Discussed possible strategies for developing list of eligible books
Began review of selection process (to be done again at Annual)
Discussed issues regarding conflicts of interest, eligibility, confidentiality, access to materials, etc.
Discussed guidelines for e-communication
Reviewed role of Priority Chair
How did the Committee’s activities during this conference help to achieve your objectives and meet the timetable set by the Committee?
The committee was able to meet together, save one member, and launch our work of the year. The meeting is not considered mandatory. Therefore, discussion of topics of on-going importance will be reviewed and resumed at Annual when the whole committee begins its work anew. Guest speaker Linda Pavonetti ably discussed national efforts and initiatives to promote books of international interest, and Sandy Imdieke addressed the group about her role as Priority Chair.
How did the Committee’s activities help to further ALSC’s Strategic Plan? Specifically, which goal areas and objectives are addressed by these activities?
Goal Area: Advocacy: ALSC will promote and advance excellent library service for all children.
In so far as the Batchelder Award promotes the publication of books from abroad in English translation, the Committee’s work furthers excellence in library service by encouraging a global reach in publishing and a global perspective for young readers.
What problems did you encounter? What were the highlights of the committee meeting(s)?
The 2011 Batchelder Committee began its work with an unexpected change—Doris Gebel stepping down as chair and Susan Faust assuming the role. By prior arrangement, Doris Gebel presided over much of the meeting, and so the committee had access to her great depth of knowledge. Susan Faust covered procedure and some key issues. Linda Pavonetti was a highlight with her presentation about promoting international books. Another highlight was practicing book discussion with the 2009 title Eidi. Sandy Imdieke, the Priority Chair, provided a wonderful sense of security for the committee.
Do you have any recommendations for changes in your committee structure or charge?
We will be noting parts of the manual that seem ambiguous. Our Priority Chair will help us with clarification.
What are your objectives and timetable for work to do between now and the next conference?
January 15-19, 2010 ALA Midwinter Meeting Boston, MA
Introductory Meeting (attendance optional)
May 14, 2010 Suggestions due*
June 24-29, 2010 ALA Annual Conference Washington, DC
Discussion Meeting (attendance required)
Develop a list of eligible titles—on-going
Susan Faust February 8, 2010