Read success stories on how customers are using Follett Content products and services to meet a particular need within their schools or districts. Each of the case studies takes you through a background on the school, introduces the challenge, explains the solution, and ends with the results.
These case studies, stories, and testimonials are a great way to get to know more about what Follett Content products can do for your school or district.
New Schools Case Study | Faldyn Elementary School
Follett Content partnered with Rachel Weatherford at Faldyn Elementary School in Katy, Texas with building a library from the ground up. The myriad of needs and expectations included getting more than 14,000 books delivered, unpacked, and on the shelves in just a few days before the students arrived for the new school year
Follett Book eFairs Testimonial | Glenn A. Duffy Elementary School
Glenn A. Duffy Elementary School in Gravette, Arkansas, successfully transitioned to a Follett Book eFair after canceling their in-person book fair. Librarian April Jones found the Book eFair easy to implement and as impactful as a physical fair, with seamless book delivery and positive feedback from students and parents. The Book eFair's convenience, affordability, and inclusivity made it a valuable tool for promoting literacy and ensuring access to books for all students.
Follett Book eFairs Testimonial | Oakdale Elementary School
Amy Pihl, the enthusiastic librarian at Oakdale Elementary School in Salina, Kansas, discovered that hosting a Follett Book eFair was a game changer for engaging students and promoting a love of reading. The Book eFair was not only convenient and easy to set up, but it also saved valuable time and effort.
New School Library Case Study | Troy South Elementary
Troy South Elementary School in Missouri partnered with Follett Content to create a state-of-the-art library for their new school. Principal Toni White and Librarian Jason Cook worked closely with us to develop a personalized collection of over 7,200 titles, ensuring a seamless setup and a well-organized, accessible library for students. The collaboration allowed the school to focus on other opening day preparations, highlighting the importance of strong vendor relationships.
Titlewave® and TitleWise® Case Study | Cab Calloway School of the Arts and The Charter School of Wilmington
Jennifer Boyd, a seasoned librarian in Delaware, relies on Titlewave® to efficiently manage her library collections at Cab Calloway School of the Arts and The Charter School of Wilmington. Using tools like TitleWise®, she ensures her collections are diverse, representative, and aligned with district goals. Boyd appreciates the detailed information provided for each book, which supports her in making informed purchasing decisions. The exceptional customer service from Follett Content further enhances her ability to serve her students and staff effectively.
Funding Case Study | Pitt County Schools
Pitt County Schools, in partnership with Follett, charted a plan to tackle using almost $2 million in ESSER Funds to update library collections across the district’s 36 schools, ranging from PreK to high school.
New School Genrefication Case Study | Bulverde Middle School
Bulverde Middle School in Comal ISD, Texas, embraced genrefication with the help of Follett Content to create an engaging and accessible library. Director Jillian Pratt and Librarian Blake Pearson collaborated with us to organize the library by genre, making it easier for students to find books that match their interests. The seamless setup and diverse collection has significantly enhanced students' love for reading.
Customer Service Case Study | Alhambra Elementary School District (AZ)
This story personifies the level of partnership we have with the districts we serve. Our teams sprang into action to pick and sort a 21,000-book order, processed in True Dewey order, to the Alhambra School District after a force majeure.
Titlewave® and TitleWise® Case Study | Katy ISD
Sofia Darcy, the Library Program Coordinator for Katy ISD in Texas, masterfully manages the district's vast library collections with the help of Follett Content and Titlewave®. With over 1.4 million books checked out annually, Sofia relies on tools like TitleWise® for insightful collection analysis and effective weeding strategies, ensuring the libraries stay fresh and diverse. In addition, her partnership with Follett Content representative Billy Morrow has been transformative simplifying library management and elevating the quality of the collections.
New School Library | Seckman High School, Missouri
After roughly $500,000 in water damage, Seckman High School Librarian turns to Follett for New School Library Services to order, deliver, and shelf 277 boxes of books.
Rockford Public Schools | Classroom Curation Services
To maximize limited instructional time while enhancing literacy skills and content knowledge, Rockford Public Schools took an innovative approach when building an integrated literacy curriculum that combined four content areas: language arts, science, social science and health. Their vision was unique: each of the content areas would be aligned with authentic trade books that would spark student excitement and interaction. However, during a recent three-year review, Rockford’s K-5 Curriculum Leadership Teams (CLTs) determined the resources being used did not effectively align to the Integrated Literacy Curriculum. To address this problem, Rockford’s Curriculum Deans and the CLTs reached out to Follett and its custom Classroom Curation services and other vendors to find solutions.
Classroom Curation Service and Titlewave: Albuquerque Public Schools
With the help of the Follett Classroom Curation team, Albuquerque Public Schools’ innovative program brings culturally relevant and bilingual books into the homes of local families. Follett is proud to work with the district to determine which books are right for its student body and to accomplish its goals.
Albuquerque Public Schools Classroom Curation Service and Titlewave® Case Study
With the help of Follett, Albuquerque Public Schools’ innovative program brings culturally relevant and bilingual books into the homes of local families. Follett is proud to work with the district to determine which books are right for its student body and to accomplish its goals.
Rockford Public Schools Case Study
To maximize limited instructional time while enhancing literacy skills and content knowledge, Rockford Public Schools took an innovative approach when building an integrated literacy curriculum that combined four content areas: language arts, science, social science, and health. Their vision was unique: each of the content areas would be aligned with authentic trade books that would spark student excitement and interaction. However, during a recent three-year review, Rockford’s K-5 Curriculum Leadership Teams (CLTs) determined the resources being used did not effectively align to the Integrated Literacy Curriculum.
Twin Rivers USD New School Library Services
Twin Rivers USD in California established a state-of-the-art library for its new TK-8 school site. Working with Follett Content, they aimed to curate a library that matched the space's potential while adhering to budget constraints.
Building a Thriving New School Elementary Library in Royse City, TX
Librarian Nichole Hahn shares her experience in setting up a new school library. She highlights the seamless process of book selection, curation, and shelf-ready services, which ensured a smooth and efficient setup.
April Jones Book eFairs Testimonial
When Glen A. Duffy Elementary School faced the daunting task of canceling their scheduled in-person book fair, the introduction of the Follett Book eFair came as a timely and effective alternative.
Katy ISD Titlewave Testimonial
Testimonial from Library Program Coordinator Sofia Darcy of Katy ISD describing how Titlewave® helped her enhance her library collection.
Faldyn Elementary New Schools Genrefication Testimonial
Follett Content partnered with Rachel Weatherford at Faldyn Elementary School in Katy, Texas with building a library from the ground up. This meant curating and shelving thousands of books, while also making sure the collection is well organized and appeals to students wherever they are on their reading journeys with our genrefication services.
New School Library | Fitchburg Public Schools, Massachusetts
Fitchburg Public Schools opened three new school libraries with the help of Follett New School Services.
Lightbox™ Testimonial – NGSS Library Media Specialist Anne Marie Doyle
With her district implementing the Next Generation Science Standards, Library Media Specialist Anne Marie Doyle was eager to find a way to better support faculty and students with innovative materials needed for the change. When Doyle learned about Lightbox™ titles on Titlewave® in the fall of the 2017-2018 school year, she immediately met with her Follett representative and placed an order.
Jennifer Boyd Titlewave & TitleWise Testimonial
Secondary Librarian Jennifer Boyd describes her experience using Titlewave® and TitleWise® to efficiently run her school library, while ensuring the collections represent her students and align with the district's goals
Van Meter Community School Bookfest Testimonial
How Van Meter Elementary used a book club to engage the whole school.
Amy Pihl Book eFairs Testimonial
As a Title I school where library volunteer involvement is limited and hosting an in-person fair would have been logistically challenging, Oakdale Elementary in Kansas found Follett Book eFairs advantageous.
Carrie Friday Bookfest Testimonial
Media Specialist in Florida shares her success in using Kwame Alexander Bookfest to build SEL skills and promote voice and choice among her students.
Follett Partnership with the International Baccalaureate
Customer from an international school shares his excitement on Follett being an exclusive partner with the International Baccalaureate.
Mernie Maestas eBook Testimonial
Follett customer, Mernie Maestas, Librarian, Boone Trail Elementary School, explains why she loves Follett eBooks for her students: they are excellent in pairing with curriculum and are so affordable when you consider what it would cost to provide traditional class sets.