MEET THE TEAM
Carolyn Del Rio
Bachelor of Science in Education
Personal Statement
"For over three decades, I’ve dedicated my career to helping students and educators discover the transformative power of reading. As a Librarian, my passion has been creating spaces where books are more than just resources. They become connections, catalysts, and companions. I believe that even in this digital age, books and stories still have the power to center us, challenge us, and help us grow. Whether I’m mentoring new librarians, developing curriculum, or guiding educators through evolving compliance standards, my goal remains the same: to support meaningful learning experiences and ensure every student feels seen, inspired, and empowered through literature."
Education
- Science of Reading (Reading Academy) | December 2021
- Bachelors of Education, The University of Texas at El Paso| Dec 1988
Certifications
- Texas Classroom Teacher Certification | Elementary Self Contained 1-8 and English 1-8 | 1988 - present
- Texas Learning Resources Endorsement | PK- 12 | 1999 - present
Presentations
Work Experience
Carolyn Del Rio is a lifelong educator with over 30 years of experience in public education. Her career began in 1988 as a fourth-grade teacher, and she later took on the role of Gifted and Talented coordinator, where she taught hundreds of exceptional students and authored rigorous, cross-curricular units for a local GT enrichment company.
In 2000, Carolyn transitioned into the library field and discovered her true passion: helping students build meaningful connections to books and prioritize reading in an increasingly digital world. Over the past 25 years, she has led both campus and district-wide library programs that champion literacy, build student and community engagement, and foster instructional collaboration.
Carolyn has mentored new librarians for the past five years, guiding their professional growth through structured goal-setting and reflective practices. Most recently, she stepped into the role of SISD’s Compliance Librarian, where she is focused on supporting librarians and classroom teachers in navigating new state mandates under Texas SB12 and SB13. Her work centers on providing educators with the tools, clarity, and confidence needed to implement these laws effectively and meaningfully.
District-wide Library Programming Events
- Hosted district-wide "Non Fiction November" event for K-12 using an online format for sharing narrative non fiction read alouds and voting. 2023 and 2024
- Assisted with planning and implementing at both district and campus levels "Battle of the Bluebonnets" event to motivate students to read for fun. It has been modified over the years to a “Bluebonnet Bash” to continue to celebrate our readers. 2015-present.
- Hosted district-wide "Non Fiction May-hem" event for PK-2 using an online format for sharing lower level, non fiction video read alouds and voting. 2024
Affiliations and Honors
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