Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
— Margaret Mead
School librarians change the world daily for the young people and educators in their schools. We prioritize collaboration, equity, multiple forms of literacy, innovation, and advocacy. Our situations vary, but all of us want the best for the learning communities we serve.
Most of us are solo practitioners who draw strength from networks of colleagues. AASL offers community, a platform for learning together, and opportunities to develop expertise and relationships through collaboration on many kinds of projects. Through the National School Library Standards and its web portal, AASL has strengthened its ability to support us as we learn together.
I have learned so much through AASL and am grateful for the opportunities it offers. If elected president, I will
- help build AASL by inviting school librarians to take small steps to get involved;
- champion implementation of the National School Library Standards;
- work to strengthen AASL’s coalitions with sister divisions in ALA and partner organizations; and
- lead members to work together to create excellence for the young people we serve in our school libraries.
Library Twist! 