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 As my contribution to the blog, I am adding the link to Destiny's online training options. Destiny is the online library management system many public school libraries use. It is a good resource to have on hand if you are new to working in a school library, especially if you need to teach your staff how to use Destiny.

Destiny Library Manager Training | Opportunities for Library Professionals (follettlearning.com)

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