Have you checked out our Facebook page lately? It's busier than ever, with ever-more likes, thanks to Hailey McCarty, our Social Media Coordinator. Since her hire in the spring, she has also been juicing up our Twitter feed, advising on our website design and generally raising our profile around the Internet. Hailey is an lovely addition to the EJK staff, and we're very happy she's here.

Another change you'll see this month: We've added a couple of new standouts to our Minigrant Gallery. While some teachers and librarians are preparing their programs for the current school year and others are working on their applications for the next one, we'll be posting some of the best examples each month for inspiration. We hope to make the benefits of these creative projects a year-round endeavor.

Finally, whether your family follows their Thanksgiving feast with football or historical reflection, please accept our thanks for spending the year with us and our best wishes for a joyous holiday season!