CALIBK12

At the end of the management class last year, we were encouraged to subscribe to this listserv, so I went ahead and did so. Initially, what I saw was a mass of confusion and chaos, but that was only because subscribing to a listserv is like walking into the middle of a conversation. It takes a little time to sort out the many different voices to make a coherent discussion. Within a couple of weeks, some people began showing up as the sharers of knowledge, while others were obviously seekers. I was also a seeker at one point in February when I suddenly found myself needing a large amount of input in a very short span of time. It was amazing how quick the information got to me.
Some of the conversations on Calib get a little repetitive when new people join and ask questions that have been asked and answered over and over again. However, that doesn't make the conversations any less valid or important. There are the monthly requests for book titles on various subjects, the yearly summer reading lists, and the regular "what would you do?" questions. The Ed Code comes up often, so it's a great way to get familiar with the laws that govern us.
It's also a family atmosphere, and sometimes families fight. There is currently a discussion going on about "Richie's Picks". He regularly posts reviews of books that include anecdotes and reflections on politics. Recently, someone posted a request for him to stop "politicizing" his reviews. This person's post was met with a few responses from others who either criticized the critic, justified Richie's reasons, or praised Richie for his work. It may not have been the best way to respond, but it was a familial response that was given. And, given the types of responses that were posted to the listserv, it's curious to wonder about what might have been sent directly to the critic.
Overall, Calibk12 is a valuable resource of information where people can, usually, go to get information, post notices, request help, and generally share knowledge.