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View all NewsLetter to School Superintendents – Value of School Librarians
The Texas Library Association mailed this letter on March 19 to all Texas school district superintendents to advocate for school librarians as districts face budget deficits. Dear Superintendent, As educators […]
Read MoreBetween the Lines: March Member Spotlight
Linda Stevens Division Director – Programs, Partnerships & Outreach Harris County Public Library What inspired you to become a librarian? I always felt at home in the library, in school […]
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Alison Urban
Alison Urban Director of Administration What are your job responsibilities at TLA? I oversee the administrative functions, including office management, finance, accounting, budgeting, and Human Resources. Tell us three […]
Read MoreAnnouncing the 2024-2025 Tejas Star Reading List
The Texas Library Association is pleased to announce the 2024-25 Tejas Star Reading List. This carefully curated list of Spanish and bilingual titles is designed to encourage children ages 5 […]
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Texas Library Journal
In this Issue
- Browse through the hundreds of sessions we are offering during the TLA 2024 Annual Conference this April in San Antonio! So many amazing educational sessions, fantastic featured speakers and fun networking opportunities.
- Learn about the efforts to bring universal broadband to Texas
- Discover how your public library can offer a free fishing tackle lending program to your patrons
- Explore how to improve collaboration between school and academic librarians
Events
TLA 2024 Annual Conference
Stories Inspire. Opportunities Await. Take charge of your future! The TLA 2024 Annual Conference is here to inspire library community members with heartfelt stories, fresh perspectives, innovative education and more.…
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