The South Dakota State Library is excited to facilitate regional library training sessions in four regions of the state. These trainings are an opportunity for library directors, staff, and trustees to learn and network. All sessions are 10am - 3pm local time.

The Fall season will focus on policies and procedures from the point of view of Library Trustees and staff.

regional library training

Other Regional Trainings

2024 Regional Library Trainings have been announced. Spring season will focus on weeding.

October 2023

Policy handouts

Policy Resources Suggested Policies Other/Future Policies Policies

March/April 2023

Strategic Planning files:

Focus Group and Interview Questions Template Implementation Plan Template Strategic Plan Goal Worksheet Template Strategic Plan Template Strategic Planning Checklist Strategic Planning Community Survey Template Strategic Planning Staff Survey Template Strategic Planning Table and Timeline SWOT Analysis Template