UMS Media Specialist: Kathy Domboski
This is my 25th year in education (22nd in Frederick County, 13th at UMS) all of which has been at the middle school level. I earned my bachelor’s degree from Frostburg State University in Social Sciences and have taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Social Studies. I completed my Master’s degree in Technology for Educators from Johns Hopkins University and worked as a technology resource teacher in Pulaski County, VA, before returning to the classroom. I am also National Board Certified in Early Adolescence/Social Studies and History. I have enjoyed being a part the Urbana Middle School family since earning my certification as a media specialist from McDaniel College.
Becoming a media specialist was not a difficult choice for me. I decided during my time as technology resource teacher that I enjoyed teaching children too much to be out of the classroom for long. As a natural reading and research enthusiast, I gravitated toward the library in all of the schools I worked at. I quickly realized what a dream job it would be for me, combining teaching, books, information gathering, and technology.
I am married and have two children that keep me busy. Besides curling up with a good book, I enjoy being outdoors, traveling, crocheting, and spending time with my family and friends.
Our Collection
Opening in August 2006, the UMS Media Center houses over 16,000+ resources, including books, digital databases, e-books, and audio books. UMS is a 1:1 school utilizing Chromebooks to access Google Apps for Education, Schoology, Noodle Tools, and Sora, among other digital resources.
Our Program
FCPS Library Media Programs support the goals and standards of the Common Core and the American Association of School Librarians National School Library Standards.