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A new location with the same passion. I'm looking forward to meeting the learners at Owings Mills ES. #newschoolyear #schoollibrarian

#ALAAC25 ALA seeks to provide a conference environment in which diverse participants may learn, network, and enjoy the company of colleagues in an environment of mutual human respect. Review our Statement of Appropriate Conduct and Community Guidelines. 2025.alaannual.org/general-info...

ALA Appoints Daniel J. Montgomery as Executive Director | American Libraries Magazine Montgomery will start his new role as executive director on November 10. He is currently president of the Illinois Federation of Teachers.

Exciting news! Daniel Montgomery has been named ALA’s next Executive Director and officially joins us Nov. 10. With 20+ years of experience in public education and labor leadership, he’s ready to lead. Say hello if you see him at #ALAAC25 in Philly!
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Listening to Dr. Hayden fills me with inspiration and hope for all we will accomplish together through the ALA. United in purpose, we are stronger—and the future is brighter because of it. ♥️ #alaac25

In Letter, IMLS Advisory Board Says Its Core Activities Cannot be Slashed by Executive Action In a letter to the agency's new acting director, the National Museum and Library Services board said it stands ready to help "support and strengthen" the agency's mission as mandated by law.

The Board of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has written a letter explaining its core functions cannot be cut.

www.wordsandmoney.com/in-letter-im...

Wonderful!

Alt text: An illustrated library scene with bookshelves, a ladder, a bean bag, and a cozy red chair near a window. Below the image is a banner that reads: “AASL School Library Month – Celebrating 40 Years,” with icons representing learning, technology, creativity, and growth. Website listed: www.ala.org/aasl/slm.

Bingo! Buttons! Scavenger Hunts! The #SchoolLibraryMonth committee has pulled together a multitude of learner engagement resources to help you celebrate this ##TLSky . Find some fun and learning at: bit.ly/44coDkD #EduSky #BookSky #TLSkyChat #SchoolLibraryMonth

Lately, I've been thinking about the misperceptions of school librarians. It's maddening that some think we only "check out and shelve" books. Thinking about it, I located an image created by The Lagniappe Librarian. sites.google.com/view/lagniap...
Help spread the news during School Library Month.

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Tatanisha Love: Spreading the Power of Libraries | 2025 School Librarian of the Year Finalist What's the favorite part of her job? Turning reluctant readers into bookworms, says Tatanisha Love, library media specialist at Southwest Academy Magnet School for Science and Engineering in Baltimore...

Thank you, @slj.com . It's an honor to be a finalist. Congratulations fellow finalist, Jennifer Mathews, and SLOY winner, Tim Jones. @www.slj.com/story/newsfeatures/tatan...

17 Spanish-Language Titles, Including a Rainbow Fish Translation, SEL Picture Books & More From a pizza-eating dragon to a detailed look at the causes of climate change, these Spanish-language works offer young readers engaging stories and magical high jinks.

17 Spanish-Language Titles, Including a ‘Rainbow Fish’ Translation, SEL Picture Books & More

16 Middle Grade and YA Nonfiction for Burgeoning Feminists Feminism receives barely a mention in most curricula. These titles for upper elementary to high school students delve deeper into the knowledge gaps and feature a diverse, international representation...

16 Middle Grade and YA Nonfiction for Burgeoning Feminists

#InternationalWomensDay

Today marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.
On #HMD2025 we remember our inspirational friend, survivor Elie Wiesel, recognise we need strong foundations for 'a better future' & commit to education.

Photo of attendees holding hands at the MLK Sunrise Celebration held at #LibLearnX25.

Photo of attendees paying tribute at the MLK Sunrise Celebration.

Photo of author Dr. Gloria J. Browne-Marshall, signing copies of her book, “A Protest History of the United States.”

Photo of the remembrance of Satia Marshall Orange, cofounder of the Sunrise Celebration.

☀️ The MLK Sunrise Celebration radiated heartfelt energy as live excerpts from Dr. King's final published work, "A Testament of Hope," were powerfully delivered. The ceremony included a remembrance of Satia Marshall Orange and a keynote by author Dr. Gloria J. Browne-Marshall. #LibLearnX25

Thank you to the Nominating Committee and Executive Council for this nomination. It is an honor to be alongside my fellow nominees. @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social

Trump Administration Orders D.E.I. Officials Be Put on Leave Staff members tasked with overseeing diversity, equity and inclusion efforts were to be placed on paid administrative leave by 5 p.m. Wednesday.

Breaking News: The Trump administration ordered that officials overseeing diversity, equity and inclusion efforts across federal agencies be placed on leave.

A true statesman. President Jimmy Carter was selfless and a true example of a humanitarian. May he rest in peace.

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Thank you. I'm looking forward to connecting and learning. 🙂

This is a great pick. Make it a happy Monday. 🌞

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*The original thread became too much scrolling to keep up with. #EduSky

As a library media specialist in a middle school, I am looking forward to learning and sharing. #edusky

All - Bluesky Directory A curated collection of all things relating to the Blue Sky social media platform.

theres a directory of starter packs that people use to find people with!

blueskydirectory.com/starter-pack...

Getting the hang of this platform and looking for friends in and out of the library world. 🙂

BlueSky for Beginners YouTube video by Machine Pun Kelly

It's up!!!! My Explainer video for BlueSky beginners.

I cover how to find your Twitter followers, Starter Packs, Feeds, Lists, some handy-dandy tools, and BlueSky etiquette.

Please watch and/or share with any newbies you know. I think it's helpful.

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Any school officials who are making data-driven decisions should have school librarians in their schools. Here are a few of the data-driven, research-based reasons why:
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#KnowledgeQuest @aasl #TLChat #NecessityNotALuxury