Library Media Center

Many new students ask what LMC stands for. When I tell them its Library Media Center, they usually nod as if that makes more sense. A lot has changed over the years for school libraries and librarians. We are now called teacher-librarians in recognition of the teaching that we do, have clearly defined standards based on 21st century learning goals, and instruct students toward becoming information literate.Our space is small, but we have a great collection of books as well as a fantastic updated computer lab. Our collection is nearly 9,000 books strong with titles that support the curriculum and speak to the personal interests of the students. We have a much-loved graphic novel collection, tons of picture books, loads of awesome chapter books, and a great variety of non fiction choices.

Bromwell’s library is fortunate to also house the computer lab. Much of what goes on in the library involves both books and computers. Students learn to use the lab to look up books on the collection database, they also learn how to use computers to find relevant information, then evaluate, synthesize and present that information in a variety of ways. Kids make podcasts, power points, and papers, and will be branching out more to use web 2.0 tools to present what they have learned.

The library is an academic environment where children expand upon what they learn about in the classroom. All grades work with me in the library and lab. Classes visit several times a week to select books and work on learning projects.

Allan Cutler

Bromwell Elementary School
Teacher-Librarian / Tech. Teacher / STR


Why Bromwell?
I heard Bromwell was a great school when looking at a move to Denver from California. Its been true to its reputation since I started here in 2001.

Hobbies?
When not at school, I play music with friends and a songwriter and I have a more serious thing going that we plan to put out to the world via the all powerful internet.

What is on your ipod?
I listen to lot of different types of music and have a pretty big vinyl collection to spin at home.

Favorite school experience?
DJ’ing the end of year dance

Who would you play in a movie?
Based on looks alone, I could proabably get away with playing the role of Frank Zappa or Igor Karkaroff from Harry Potter (but with better teeth!).

Best day ever?
The day I got married and the days my children were born are among the highlights of this life so far.