AASL at ALA Annual began with the State Ecosystem Luncheon, School Library Advocacy: Enhancing Collaboration and Strengthening Library Ecosystems. It was a celebration and sharing of the collaborative efforts that have been made at the state level between the state… Read More ›
This year’s ALA Annual Conference was exciting as I represented AASL on ALA Council and served on the ALA Executive Board. While reviewing my notes for ALA Council, I realized that some of these resolutions or actions may not be… Read More ›
Your 2017-2018 AASL Board of Directors maintained a packed schedule in New Orleans for ALA Annual this June. Along with meetings on Friday and Saturday, we also celebrated AASL’s award and grant winners on Saturday morning. With wonderful speakers, thought-provoking… Read More ›
Meet your 2018-2019 AASL Board of Directors! This energetic group has: Experience in the field of education ranging from 8 to 42 years with a collective 424 years of educational experience! Experience in libraries ranging from 8 to 42 years… Read More ›
AASL announced its 2018 Best Apps and Best Websites for Teaching & Learning at the American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference in New Orleans. The annual lists honor 25 apps and 25 websites that provide enhanced learning and curriculum development… Read More ›
AASL has announced the recipients of its 2018 awards. AASL awards and grants recognize excellence and showcase best practices in the school library field in categories that include collaboration, leadership, and innovation. Recipients of this prestigious program are celebrated for… Read More ›
As an educator, and more specifically, a middle school librarian, my mission is to guide students’ development towards a love of reading and passion to use their knowledge to achieve their dreams as they learn to navigate the world. Among… Read More ›
By Lori Hancock and Len Bryan, Standards Implementation Committee members Can you believe it’s only been a few months since the National School Library Standards for Learners, School Librarians, and School Libraries were introduced at AASL 2017 in Phoenix? It’s… Read More ›
AASL Social Media Superstars honors school library professionals who enrich the profession and its work on behalf of students by sharing information, expertise, ideas, encouragement, dialog and inspiration widely via a variety of social media channels. After reviewing all of the… Read More ›
The Innovative Approaches to Literacy Program is now accepting applications for 2018. The program supports high-quality programs designed to develop and improve literacy skills for children and students from birth through 12th grade in high-need local educational agencies and schools. The U.S…. Read More ›