New ALA report highlights how library services aid formerly incarcerated...
Today, the American Library Association (ALA) released a new policy perspective report, Libraries & Reentry: The Importance of Public Spaces, Technologies, and Community to Formerly Incarcerated...
View ArticleStudy finds journaling strengthens school librarian practice
CHICAGO – New research published in the American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) peer-reviewed online journal, School Library Research (SLR), explores the use of journaling as a reflective...
View ArticleAcademic Libraries in New Mexico could benefit from GO Bond B
The November 2020 General Election will be crucial for many reasons, but especially for academic libraries across the state of New Mexico. General Obligation (GO) Bond B, if passed, will provide...
View ArticleMesquite Independent School District named National School Library of the Year
CHICAGO – Mesquite Independent School District (MISD), located in Mesquite, Texas, is the recipient of the American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) 2020 National School Library of the Year...
View ArticleImpactful community-based literacy projects
CHICAGO — Inspired by the Library of Congress Literacy Awards Program and its applicants, which have showcased and disseminated innovative literacy initiatives across the country and around the world...
View ArticleAASL opens proposals for 2021 national conference programming
CHICAGO – The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) has launched a comprehensive call for proposals for its 2021 national conference. AASL invites proposals for concurrent sessions, research...
View ArticleALA Nominating Committee Councilors-at-Large candidates announced
CHICAGO - The American Library Association (ALA) Nominating Committee annually nominate candidates from among the general membership for members-at-large of Council. Individuals who are not selected by...
View ArticleNew Survey Highlights Increased Ebook Usage and Value Amid COVID-19, 80% of...
CLEVELAND – October 28, 2020 – A new survey from OverDrive Education , creator of the K-12 Sora reading app , found that ebooks have become even more essential for learning during the 2020-2021...
View ArticleNew Features Help Follett Aspen SIS Districts Adapt to Distance Learning
MCHENRY, ILL., Nov 17, 2020 – As the COVID-19 pandemic calls upon many schools and districts to continue distance learning, Follett has responded to educators’ needs by adding new convenient features...
View ArticleSchools Usage of Ebooks and Audiobooks Surges in 2020
CLEVELAND – December 1, 2020 – In a year riddled with challenges, the move to remote and hybrid learning has accelerated the adoption of ebooks and audiobooks in the classroom. As a result, OverDrive...
View ArticleHicks and Lester Seek 2022-2023 AASL Presidency
CHICAGO – Laura Hicks and Kathy Lester will seek the 2022-2023 AASL presidential term during the 2021 American Library Association (ALA) election. The full slate of AASL candidates can be found at...
View ArticleRegistration Opens for 2021 AASL National Conference
CHICAGO – Registration is now open for the 2021 American Association of School Librarians (AASL) National Conference. The conference, taking place Oct.read more
View ArticleAASL, ALA, and 48 state-level school library associations post letter to...
CHICAGO – Today, the American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the American Library Association (ALA), 48 state-level school library associations, and the leadership of the AASL Chapters...
View ArticleAASL cosponsors Jazz & Friends National Day of School and Community Readings...
CHICAGO – The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) will serve as an official cosponsor of the sixth annual “ Jazz & Friends National Day of School & Community Readings ” organized...
View ArticleSchool librarians invited to apply for $5,000 Sara Jaffarian School Library...
CHICAGO — School librarians are invited to apply for a $5,000 award recognizing outstanding humanities programming in kindergarten through eighth grade, the American Library Association (ALA) Public...
View ArticleAASLs guide to learning centers for school libraries
CHICAGO — Published by AASL and ALA Editions, Maura Madigan’s book “ Learning Centers for School Libraries ” presents innovative, engaging, and fun ideas to target the AASL National School Library...
View ArticleSchool Library Month offers opportunities to celebrate the indispensable role...
CHICAGO – Each April during School Library Month, our nation celebrates the essential role of strong school libraries in transforming learning.read more
View ArticleFollett Announces Flexible, Affordable Mode of Delivery for eBooks
MCHENRY, ILL., Apr 8, 2021 – Follett is introducing a flexible and affordable, short-term eBook solution, ideal for schools seeking a digital counterpart to their classroom novels. The Follett eBooks:...
View ArticleNew Research Explores School Librarian and Teacher Collaboration
CHICAGO – New research published in the American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) peer-reviewed online journal, School Library Research (SLR), explores successful strategies for school...
View ArticleAlignment of School Librarian Preparation Standards with AASL Standards...
CHICAGO – New research published in the American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) peer-reviewed online journal, School Library Research (SLR), explores the alignment of the Standards...
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