✨ Don’t wait—rooms are filling fast! Secure your spot for GLMA Summer Institute by booking your hotel by May 8.
Make sure you’re set for an inspiring few days of learning, connection, and growth!
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—from her School Library Journal column to her starred-reviewed books Imani Picks Up the Pieces and We Shall Not Be Denied.
📚🔥 Get ready to be inspired by one of the most powerful voices in school librarianship today.
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As a school librarian, author of 13 books, and dynamic educator, she empowers young people to read critically, think deeply, and use their voices for change.
A nationally recognized advocate for intellectual freedom, Cicely brings both passion and purpose to her work—
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✨ Librarian Spotlight: Cicely Lewis ✨
We are honored to welcome Cicely Lewis to SI Mission Possible! 💥
The 2020 School Librarian of the Year and founder of the award-winning Read Woke® movement, Cicely is redefining what it means to engage students through literacy in today’s digital world.
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— and her commitment to student learning, literacy, and intellectual freedom. 📚✨
We celebrate administrators who champion strong library programs and empower school librarians to make a difference in their school communities!
#GLMA #SchoolLibrarians #LibraryLeadership #SchoolLibraries
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🏆 Congratulations to Sheveeta Bonner of Druid Hills High School (DeKalb County Schools), recipient of the 2026 GLMA Distinguished School Administrator Award!
Nominated by school librarian Marcia Kochel, Bonner was recognized for her outstanding support of the school library program —
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Book Detours also served as a companion series to the PBS documentary The Librarians.
We love seeing Georgia school librarians leading important conversations and advocating for the freedom to read!
www.pbs.org/independentl...
#GLMA #SchoolLibrarians #IntellectualFreedom #FutureReadyLibs
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Congratulations to GLMA member Lauren Mobley for recently hosting Book Detours, a series for PBS and Independent Lens! 🎬📚
Through this series, Lauren interviewed several prominent authors while championing the importance of intellectual freedom.
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—to discuss building strong reading communities and inspiring a love of reading in students.
Listen to the episode here:
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#GLMA #SchoolLibraries #LibrarianLeadership #ReadingCulture #SchoolLibrarians #FutureReadyLibs
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Shoutout to GLMA member Sarah Sansbury for being featured on the Can’t Shelve This podcast! 🎧📚
In Episode 2.7, “If We Build It, They Will Read,” Sarah joins hosts Janette Derucki and Leah Gregory, along with special guest Pernille Ripp —
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Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait — register now and be part of one of the best professional learning experiences of the summer!
#GLMA #GASummerInstitute #SchoolLibrarians #LibraryLeaders #ProfessionalLearning
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—Whether you're a new media specialist or a seasoned leader, there’s something for everyone!
🗓️ Secure your spot today
🤝 Build your professional network
💡 Walk away with fresh ideas and resources
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☀️ Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and get inspired at the GLMA Summer Institute! 📚✨
Join fellow Georgia library media professionals for engaging sessions, meaningful networking, and practical ideas you can bring back to your school library.
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Come see an award-winning program in action, gather ideas, and connect with fellow library leaders across Georgia. We can’t wait to celebrate and learn together!
#GLMA #GALibraries #ExemplaryProgram #SchoolLibraries #LibraryLeadership
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Image showing that Sharon Britt will host her Exemplary Program Winner Open House at ParsonsElementary 3/26 from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
🎉 You’re Invited! 🎉
Join us in celebrating excellence in school libraries! 📚✨
Sharon Britt will host her Exemplary Program Winner Open House at Parsons TOMORROW from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
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— plus time for Q&A and discussion.
🔗 Register for the Town Hall:
bit.ly/GLTHMarch26
Let’s stay informed, support one another, and advocate for Georgia’s libraries together.
#GALibraries #GALILEO #SchoolLibraries #LibraryAdvocacy #GALibrarians
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📣 Georgia Librarians Town Hall – Join the Conversation
Librarians across Georgia are invited to join our March Georgia Librarians Town Hall TONIGHT at 5 PM. This open forum will include updates on current librarian legislation and funding issues at both the state and federal level —
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__at both the state and federal level, plus time for Q&A and discussion.
🔗 Register for the Town Hall:
bit.ly/GLTHMarch26
Let’s stay informed, support one another, and advocate for Georgia’s libraries together.
#GALibraries #GALILEO #SchoolLibraries #LibraryAdvocacy #GALibrarians
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Image - Town Hall 3/24/26 - advocacy for GA librarians
📣 Georgia Librarians Town Hall – Join the Conversation
Librarians across Georgia are invited to join our March Georgia Librarians Town Hall THIS TUESDAY at 5 PM.
This open forum will include updates on current librarian legislation and funding issues__
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We are proud to see GLMA members leading conversations that inspire our profession! 👏
#GLMA #MemberSpotlight #SchoolLibrarians #ReadingCulture #StudentVoice #LibraryLeaders
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During the episode, Nicholas shared insights on his arts-integrated lessons, student-created projects, & his work to grow a strong, schoolwide reading culture. His innovative approach highlights the powerful role school librarians play in supporting creativity, literacy, & student voice. 📚🎨
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🌟 GLMA Member Spotlight 🌟
Congratulations to Nicholas Moore, GLMA Treasurer Intern, for being featured as a guest on the Library Exchange Podcast! 🎙️
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John brings inspiration, empathy, and a deep love of stories to everything he does— and we can’t wait for him to share that magic with our SI community.
📚✨ Get ready to be moved, motivated, and reminded why stories matter.
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From his powerful novel Louder Than Hunger to beloved picture books like This Is a School and This Is a Story, his work celebrates the heart of reading and the joy of storytelling.
As a children’s librarian for Bookelicious and a passionate literacy advocate...
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✨ Author Keynote Spotlight: John Schu ✨
We are thrilled to welcome John Schu again as our author keynote for SI Mission Possible! 💥
John has built a career championing the things that matter most—kids, books, and the people who connect them.
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Come see an award-winning program in action, gather ideas, and connect with fellow library leaders across Georgia. We can’t wait to celebrate and learn together!
#GLMA #GALibraries #ExemplaryProgram #SchoolLibraries #LibraryLeadership
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🎉 You’re Invited! 🎉
Join us in celebrating excellence in school libraries! 📚✨
Sharon Britt will host her Exemplary Program Winner Open House at Parsons on Thursday, March 26, from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
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Learn more about each award and submit your application here: www.glma-inc.org/awards
#GLMA #GALibrarians #SchoolLibraries #LibraryLeaders #MediaSpecialists #CelebrateLibraries
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We encourage you to apply or nominate a deserving colleague for one of our three awards:
🏆 Library Media Specialist of the Year
📚 Mable Wyche Underwood Grant
🌟 Exemplary Media Program Award
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📢 Deadline Extended! 📢
Due to technical difficulties, the deadline to apply for GLMA awards has been extended from March 15 to March 21. This is a great opportunity to recognize the incredible work happening in Georgia’s school libraries! ✨
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