School Libraries

Summit attendees explored equity and access across different areas of education including technology, community engagement, and advocacy.

A New Jersey school librarian fought to keep Fun Home on the shelves, an author is uninvited from a teen lit festival, the Carle Honors Art Auction is underway, and a few tech resources added features for the start of the new school year in this edition of News Bites. 

Now in its 15th year, the Summit will also include a tech playground and author panel. Breakout sessions will cover technology, community engagement, fighting budget cuts proactively, and providing equity for students.

The American Academy of Pediatrics released a policy statement on the continued impact of racism on children's health and what pediatricians must do to combat it. Educators, too, can help, and organizations offer professional development and training on anti-racism, so they can support their students better.

Libraries can provide safe spaces from bullying and overpolicing.

After her son died by suicide in April, Michelle Oliver collaborated with an English teacher to look at Shakespeare's famous "love story" in a new way and to teach her students about suicide awareness.

Homelessness is on the rise among students. With help, these kids can find their potential.

Avoiding burnout was a focus of several sessions at this year’s ALA Annual Conference. Setting limits and learning to say no are among the ways that school librarians can help themselves.

Ready to take the next step? K–12 librarians serving high-need communities are eligible for a partial-tuition scholarship toward attending a fall leadership course in Future Ready librarianship.