Library
Overview
With the reopening of SERC's library, we're excited to announce the return of SERC's Library Blog
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New on the Library Blog
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From Here to Diversity Series: 18 Books for Asian, Pacific Islander, and Asian American Children and Young Adults
Jun 15, 2020 | 16:39 pmThe novel coronavirus has awakened a new normal for all of us even after schools let out. As we attempt to unite against this unseen enemy, inequalities and prejudices continue to be revealed. From COVID-19 being labelled the “Chinese” virus to the unprecedented racism toward Asian American students due to[…]
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From Here to Diversity Series: 18 Books for Latinx Children and Young Adults
Mar 10, 2020 | 17:25 pmThe SERC Library Blog continues its “From Here to Diversity” series dedicated to providing 18 exciting book recommendations for children, preteens, and young adults that recognize the importance of diverse representation in reading materials. This week, we are shedding some more light on diverse representation by choosing 18 novels that[…]
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From Here to Diversity Series: 18 Books for African American and African Children and Young Adults
Feb 10, 2020 | 11:00 amAccording to a 2018 study on diversity in children’s books, only 10 percent of all published children’s books depicted characters of African American or African descent.* We are missing chances to have students authentically connect to stories, gain a greater understanding of themselves and others, and provide opportunities of self-affirmation.[…]
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The SERC Library serves as a comprehensive Library/Resource Center with an extensive and current collection of research, reference, and instructional materials and resources related to education and social services. The Library was established to assist Connecticut education professionals, college/university students, families, and community members in achieving positive educational and life outcomes for all learners.
As one of the initial activities of SERC when it was founded in 1969, the Library continues to be a key contributor to the SERC vision of Equity. Excellence. Education.
Contact via email: library@ctserc.org
Contact via phone: (860) 632-1485
Hours of Operation
The SERC Libary is CLOSED until further notice (coronavirus/COVID-19)- Tuesday: 10:00 to 6:00
- Wednesday: 10:00 to 4:00
- Thursday: 10:00 to 6:00
- Friday 10:00 to 4:00
- Saturday
9:30 to 12:30
(two Saturdays per month; check calendar below) - Closed Sunday & Monday
Library Closings
Administrative and Holiday
- Closed until further notice due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
